Book description
A New York Times Notable Book Finalist for the National Book Critics Circle Award A personal, lyrical narrative about storytelling and empathy, from the author of Orwell's Roses Apricots. Her mother's disintegrating memory. An invitation to Iceland. Illness. These are Rebecca Solnit's raw materials, but The Faraway Nearby goes beyond her own life, as she spirals out into the stories she heard and read--from fairy tales to Mary Shelley's Frankenstein--that helped her navigate her difficult passge. Solnit takes us into the lives of others--an arctic cannibal, the young Che Guevara among the leprosy afflicted, a blues musician, an Icelandic artist and her labyrinth--to understand warmth and coldness, kindness and imagination, decay and transformation, making art and making self. This captivating, exquisitely written exploration of the forces that connect us and the way we tell our stories is a tour de force of association, a marvelous Russian doll of a book that is a fitting companion to Solnit's much-loved A Field Guide to Getting Lost.
X-Dew
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Blistered Outlaw
I'm amazed at how this app has made my daily activities more enjoyable and intellectually stimulating. Tone adjustment is so cool. It's like customizing the reader's voice to my liking. Tone adjustment is an innovative touch that adds a personal connection to the audiobook narration. It's like having a custom reading experience.
Demo
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Atomic Blastoid
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Poptart AK47
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DuckDuck
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Pixie Taze
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The Howling Swede
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Heaven Sent
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Midnight Rider
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Mallow Man
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Kingfisher
ListenBook has transformed my listening habits, making them more engaging and enjoyable. The range of supported formats is impressive. No more converting files! Adjusting playback speed has given me greater control over my audiobook experience. I can optimize my learning and enjoyment by customizing the pacing.
Cumulo
ListenBook has turned my ordinary moments into extraordinary journeys of the mind. The app's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch is a huge plus. Tone adjustment is such a unique feature. It's like customizing the narrator's voice. Easy access to chapters and silky-smooth playback. Love it!
Suicide Crusher
ListenBook's beautiful layout and quick access to chapters make every listening session a pleasure. ListenBook's focus on quality and user experience has made it my go-to app for audiobooks and educational content. ListenBook's audio filters have transformed the way I experience audio content β it's a real game-changer. Thanks to this app, I can enjoy the world of literature without missing a beat in my fast-paced life.
Mammoth 2
Seamless integration with all my devices and flawless synchronization β top-notch. Audiobooks have become my companions during daily chores, making them enjoyable. Library organization is brilliant. No more cluttered audiobook collection. Adjusting playback speed has given me greater control over my audiobook experience. I can optimize my learning and enjoyment by customizing the pacing.
Bug Fire
ListenBook's support for various download methods means I can access my content in the way that suits me best. The ability to play various audio formats without conversion is very convenient. ListenBook is a great app.
CZR
π§ This app has changed my reading game! Now I can 'read' while I work β genius! ππΌ I appreciate the dark mode option. Itβs easy on the eyes during nighttime listening.
NecroBull
This app has broadened my literary horizons, introducing me to new authors. ListenBook's absence of synchronization requirements adds to its convenience and flexibility. With this app, I can devour books like never before β it's incredibly efficient. βοΈ Loving the fact that I can learn and listen at the same time β multitasking made easy! π§ π§ Audiobooks made delightful β this app's usability is a breath of fresh air.
MindfulMingle
I love how this app's user-friendly interface allows me to navigate through chapters and controls effortlessly. ListenBook is a must-have for any audiobook enthusiast. It's reliable, efficient, and a pleasure to use.
Divine Bramble
Listening to audiobooks has become my daily ritual for relaxation and escape. This app's convenience has made my downtime more rewarding and enriching. ListenBook has revolutionized my audiobook experience. I can't imagine going back! I love the download options. ListenBook gives me so many ways to get my audiobooks onto my device. The app is perfect for people who love to listen to books while commuting.
Playing a wide variety of audio formats
Works on all devices with iOS 13 and newer
Huge amount of features for a small price
Frequent updates to add new features and improve existing ones
Advanced playback controls
Live sound processing
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice and noise reduction
Translated into more than 20 languages
If you love listening to fiction audiobooks, ListenBook has features to make the process easier.
Edit book data: title, author, cover
Use equalizer to make the sound comfortable for you
Adjust the playback speed
Enjoy dark and light app themes
Supported formats: MP3, M4B, AWB, FLAC, OGG audio files and many more (must be DRM free)
Auto-Bookmarks make it easy to find your place
AirPlay support allows redirection of audio output.
VoiceOver support
Dark mode for night owls
Convenient bookmarking system helps you mark the most important places.
Unlimited bookmarks for each audiobook
Put your own cover on the wager
Share your audiobook with friends
Lock-screen control
Customise app with extensive options
Sleep timer with shake to reset, set custom notification sounds, and a few unique options
Auto rewind depending on paused time, customize rewind times to your liking
Removing background noise from recordings made in classrooms and meetings
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice for a better listening experience