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.
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LocKz
I can't get enough of this app's intuitive design and user-friendly interface. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is like a magical spell that transports me into the heart of the story. Listening statistics motivate me to read more. Excellent feature! I don't have strong feelings about this one either way. The narration was competent but forgettable. The story itself was more engaging than the performance.
BloodEater
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Midas
The auto-rewind feature is a small detail that makes a big difference. It enhances my listening experience. Noise reduction and voice tone adjustment are simply amazing.
ByteBard
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CuriousCrafter
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Devil Blade
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Darkside Isis
Navigating audiobooks seamlessly β this app's design is a true winner. Noise reduction and voice tone changing are brilliant features.
ThickSKN
I'm thrilled to finally have a way to enjoy books while keeping up with my busy schedule. I'm impressed by ListenBook's dedication to providing a comfortable listening experience. ListenBook has become my workout buddy. It's seamlessly integrated with Apple Watch. Looping playback has taken my language learning to new heights. Highly recommended!
Darkside Isis
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Steel Cut Toe
I can't imagine my day without a dose of literature from this app. Adjustable playback speed and volume controls are fantastic features. I love how ListenBook makes it easy to organize my audiobook library. The app supports all formats, and the import process is a breeze. The playback controls are responsive, and the sound quality is excellent. Highly recommend!
ThoughtTraveler
Mood-based playlists help me choose books that suit my current state of mind. ListenBook's unlimited length of audiobooks with the Pro version is a fantastic value for avid listeners. The tone adjustment feature in ListenBook Pro is a novel addition that allows me to personalize my audiobook experience.
Vixen
I can't believe how much more I'm 'reading' now, all thanks to this app. Solid performance, but not outstanding. The narrator did a fine job, though their tone was a bit monotonous at times. The story itself was engaging enough, but I wouldnβt call it unforgettable.
Morbid Sugar
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Dredd
This app has introduced me to authors I'd never heard of β now they're my favorites! My audiobook collection has never looked better. Thanks to automatic artwork and metadata. ListenBook is a must-have for audiobook enthusiasts. It's reliable, versatile, and a pleasure to use. Great app for audiobook enthusiasts. ListenBook supports a wide range of formats. The app is perfect for bedtime listening. The sleep timer is a must-have.
ShadowDancer
ListenBook's compatibility with playlists and CUE files is a great addition for those who love organized listening. This app's intuitive features and easy navigation make it the perfect companion for any audiobook lover. ποΈ Soaking up the sun with an audiobook by my side β beach days just got better! ποΈπ ListenBook's loop and shuffle playback options are essential for my audiobook enjoyment and study.
Sapiens
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Santa's Little Helper
The diverse range of narrators adds a new layer of depth to each story. This audiobook app is a true gem β it brings stories to life with every click. I'm amazed at how this app has made my workouts more motivating and my audiobooks more accessible. π‘ This app truly understands the needs of audiobook enthusiasts β it delivers an effortless and enjoyable listening experience. ππ§ Download options are plenty β I can get my audiobooks from various sources hassle-free.
GoldTouch
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Sleek Assassin
ListenBook's compatibility with a wide array of audio formats makes it my ultimate audiobook companion. Looping playback of a single track helps me focus and absorb complex content. I love the ability to customize the skip buttons. Itβs so convenient. Decent audiobook but I think I would have enjoyed reading it more. Some of the more subtle humor didn't quite land in the audio format.
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