Book description
A vivid historical imagining of life in the early United States "This is a wonderful book. . . . An extraordinary achievement."--Edmund de Waal, New York Times bestselling author of The Hare with Amber Eyes Set amid the glimmering lakes and disappearing forests of the early United States, The Forest imagines how a wide variety of Americans experienced their lives. Part truth, part fiction, and featuring both real and invented characters, the book follows painters, poets, enslaved people, farmers, and artisans living and working in a world still made largely of wood. Some of the historical characters--such as Thomas Cole, Margaret Fuller, Nathaniel Hawthorne, Fanny Kemble, Edgar Allan Poe, and Nat Turner--are well-known, while others are not. But all are creators of private and grand designs. The Forest unfolds in brief stories. Each episode reveals an intricate lost world. Characters cross paths or go their own ways, each striving for something different but together forming a pattern of life. For Alexander Nemerov, the forest is a description of American society, the dense and discontinuous woods of nation, the foliating thoughts of different people, each with their separate shade and sun. Through vivid descriptions of the people, sights, smells, and sounds of Jacksonian America, illustrated with paintings, prints, and photographs, The Forest brings American history to life on a human scale. Published in association with the Center for Advanced Study in the Visual Arts, National Gallery of Art, Washington, DC
Dark Horse
The minimalist interface and intuitive settings make for an amazing user experience. ListenBook's player features are incredibly helpful. Chapters and bookmarks make navigation easy. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a fun way to connect over shared interests.
Darling Peacock
Effortless audiobook exploration – this app's functionality is remarkable. Looping playback has revolutionized my study sessions. I'm learning faster than ever. ListenBook’s audio filters are great. The app provides a high-quality listening experience.
Mustard Centaur
Changing the tone of the sound on ListenBook Pro adds a personalized touch to my audiobook experience. This app has become my ultimate travel companion, ensuring that I'm always entertained and inspired. With this app, I can seamlessly switch between audiobooks and real life. Audiobooks have never been this accessible and enjoyable. This app's compatibility with various formats and its emphasis on user experience have made it an essential tool for me. 📱🔊 Noise reduction and voice tone adjustment are simply amazing.
DreamWeaver
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Washer
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Mad Irishman
The minimalist interface and intuitive settings make for an amazing user experience. The diverse range of narrators adds a new layer of depth to each story. ListenBook's compatibility with a wide array of audio formats makes it my ultimate audiobook companion. This app is perfect for anyone who loves audiobooks. The interface is sleek and modern, and the playback controls are super responsive. I also appreciate the cloud integration, which lets me access my books from anywhere. Great work!
Coffee
Changing the tone of the sound on ListenBook Pro is a unique feature that adds a personal touch to my listening. I love how this app makes my daily commute a journey through literature. I'm blown away by the app's performance. It's fast, reliable, and tailored for audiobook lovers. ListenBook’s audio quality is excellent. The app enhances my listening experience.
Fire Queen
ListenBook's dedication to providing an excellent audiobook experience is evident in its smooth and silky playback. ListenBook is my go-to app for audiobooks. It's like having a personal assistant for my literary adventures.
Tse Tse Guy
ListenBook's commitment to a user-friendly interface and intuitive controls is evident in every aspect of the app. Adjusting the narrator's voice tone is a fantastic feature. It adds a personal touch. Finally, an app that handles all my audiobook formats effortlessly. ListenBook is a must-have! I’m so impressed with ListenBook. The app is reliable, fast, and packed with features like customizable themes and playback speed. The sleep timer is a lifesaver for bedtime listening. Highly recommend this app! Perfect for repeat listening! The narrator's performance was so rich with detail that I'm sure I'll discover new layers on a second listen. Their interpretation felt authentic to the material while bringing fresh insights. The audio production was pristine from start to finish.
HolyCombo
I'm blown away by how this app has made my workouts more enjoyable and my mind more active. An unobjectionable but unexceptional audiobook experience. The narrator's performance was serviceable and the audio quality was fine, but nothing about the production particularly stood out or elevated the material. It was decent background listening.
Danger Menace
My productivity has soared since I started using ListenBook for my study materials. Automated artwork and metadata extraction add a professional touch to my audiobook collection.
Firedog
This app's user-friendly controls and sleek design have made audiobook listening a truly immersive journey. The statistics feature is brilliant. I love seeing how much time I spend on audiobooks with ListenBook.
Essex
This app is a true gift for book lovers – it's like having a personal library wherever I go. ListenBook's support for CarPlay and Apple Watch integration has elevated my listening experience. Listening statistics are a great motivator. Love this feature!
Apple Nola
Audiobooks have become a source of inspiration and motivation, thanks to this app. I'm impressed by ListenBook's ability to extract artwork and metadata automatically. ListenBook's dedication to delivering a top-notch experience is evident in every detail.
Steel Heart
This app is my constant companion, making every moment a chance to discover new worlds. The app's support for multiple formats is flawless. Very satisfied.
Lava Nibbler
Elegant design and user-friendly interface. Love it! ListenBook’s audio quality is excellent. The app enhances my listening experience.
Rusty Vortex
This app has revolutionized my daily routine – I can't imagine life without it. This app's dedication to providing high-quality narration has made all the difference. ListenBook has become my go-to workout companion. It keeps me motivated and entertained. High-quality playback even with complex formats like FLAC. Impressive!
WanderWord
The app's stability and reliability make it my go-to choice for audiobooks. I've become the storyteller of my family, sharing the amazing audiobooks I've discovered. I'm impressed by ListenBook's ability to extract artwork and metadata automatically. Audiobook enthusiasts, gather around! This app's exceptional features, from audio filters to robust support, have transformed my daily routines into storytelling moments. 🎉🎧
Genghis Glyph
ListenBook has revolutionized my audio experience, making it both personalized and engaging. This app has made waiting in lines and queues an opportunity for exploration and enjoyment. I'm amazed at how this app has made my daily activities more enjoyable and intellectually stimulating. Looping playback is a game-changer for my study sessions. It helps me absorb information more effectively.
Trixie Doodle
The sleep timer is a brilliant addition – I drift off to sleep with amazing stories. I can't believe how easy it is to download audio from various sources. So convenient! The listening stats feature is awesome. I can track my audiobook habits effortlessly. Packed with useful features. ListenBook is my favorite audiobook app.
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