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
Saint La-Z-Boy
With a vast genre selection, I've broadened my horizons and explored new topics. ListenBook's variety of ways to download audio makes it incredibly convenient. I can't imagine my audio routine without ListenBook's seamless and user-friendly design. ListenBook's drag-and-drop download feature from web browsers is incredibly convenient. Downloading audiobooks has never been this easy. This app is a must-have for anyone who loves audiobooks. The interface is intuitive, and the app supports all formats. I love the auto-bookmark feature—it saves my place automatically, so I never lose track. Highly recommend!
Trixie
ListenBook is a prime example of user-centered design. It's clear that the developers understand audiobook lovers' needs. ListenBook has all the features I need. My go-to audiobook app! The app is perfect for long flights. It keeps me entertained the whole time. ListenBook is the ultimate audiobook player. The app supports all formats, and the import process is seamless. I love the playback history feature—it’s so easy to revisit my favorite parts. Highly recommend this app!
Spooky Electric
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Popeye Wipeout
I love how this app brings stories to life, even during my morning jogs. The app is so reliable. I’ve never had any issues with it.
Free Ham
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Old Orange Eyes
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Bitmap
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Moonflower
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ELLerG!c
Frequent updates ensure there's always something new and exciting to listen to. Listening to audiobooks has become my guilt-free indulgence, and I love it. 🌟 Embracing reading in the busiest of times – this app is my everyday escape! 📚🏃♀️ The app's ability to extract artwork and metadata automatically is a huge time-saver. ListenBook is more than just an app – it's a doorway to a world of knowledge and imagination.
High Deck
Easy chapter access and smooth playback. Love this app! 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!
Ember Master
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Aqua Diva
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JK Friend
The ability to switch between devices seamlessly is a game-changer for busy readers. ListenBook has changed my audiobook game forever. No more format woes! The app is perfect for people who love to listen to books while commuting.
LifeRobber
📚 Accessing my favorite authors and genres is a breeze with this app's user-friendly functionality. 📱🎧 Tone adjustment is so cool. It's like customizing the reader's voice to my liking.
57 Pixels
I've never been so entertained while doing household chores – this app is a lifesaver! ListenBook has revolutionized my audiobook experience. Now I can enjoy my favorite lectures and speeches with ease! With this app, I'm rediscovering the joy of reading in the most convenient way. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is such a fun way to spread joy. The noise reduction feature in ListenBook Pro is a game-changer for enjoying clear recordings.
Swing Setter
With ListenBook, I can now listen to my favorite audiobooks and speeches with the utmost comfort and convenience. The convenience of downloading audiobooks for offline listening is a game-changer. The interface is beautiful and functional. ListenBook is my go-to app for audiobooks. The app never crashes. It’s reliable and stable.
Fire Fish
This app has ignited my passion for reading once again – but in a modern, convenient way. ListenBook's innovative features, from audio filters to statistics, make it a standout app. Audiobook listening has never been this easy and convenient – it's like having a personal narrator. 🎧 My daily chores just got an upgrade! Thanks to this app, I can dive into captivating stories while cooking and cleaning. 📚🍳 The ability to play various audio formats without conversion is very convenient. ListenBook is a great app.
Jester
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Pexxious
I'm finally making progress on my reading goals, thanks to this app's convenience. I'm amazed by the variety of genres available – there's something for everyone. I'm impressed by ListenBook's ability to extract artwork and metadata automatically. ⏰ Waking up to audiobooks – mornings have never been this magical and inspiring! ☀️🎧 Sharing audiobooks through AirDrop is a wonderful way to share stories and connect with friends.
Sepukku
I'm hooked on this app – it's like Netflix for book lovers! I'm addicted to this app's ability to seamlessly blend books into my life. ListenBook's sleek layout and quick chapter access have made my audiobook journey incredibly enjoyable.
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