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
Ba1t
Noise reduction on ListenBook Pro is impressive. My recordings sound crystal clear. Tone adjustment adds a new layer of personalization to my audiobook experience. It's like having the narrator tailor the voice to my preferences.
NecroBull
ListenBook's compatibility with various formats means I can now enjoy all my favorite audiobooks in one place. ListenBook has reignited my love for storytelling and learning, one audio file at a time.
West Warrior
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Suicide Crusher
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Sun Washer
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Midnight Bat
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LerveDr
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Mt. Indiana
Changing the tone of the sound on ListenBook Pro is a fun and unique feature I can't get enough of. If you love stories but have a busy schedule, this app is your solution! Who needs traditional books when you have this app? It's a game-changer. Audiobooks have become my travel companions, and this app is my guide.
Trixie Doodle
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Dallas Burn
The narrators on this app are truly talented – they bring characters to life. Noise reduction on ListenBook Pro is impressive. It's like getting a clear, immersive listening experience.
ThoughtTracer
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Sky Dahlia
Binaural audio processing on ListenBook is a thoughtful addition that keeps my ears comfortable during extended listening sessions. With this app, I've discovered a new way to make my daily routines more enriching and rewarding. I can't believe how easily this app has fit into my daily routine. The app is very user-friendly. ListenBook makes listening to audiobooks a breeze. ListenBook’s interface is clean and intuitive. It’s a joy to use.
Hobo Samurai
Easy access to chapters and silky-smooth playback. Love it! I love the ability to change the playback pitch. It’s a unique feature.
Lucky Brandy
Audiobooks on this app have transformed my daily routines into engaging experiences. Effortlessly exploring audiobook worlds – this app's functionality is genius.
Spitfire
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Dance Cannon
ListenBook's commitment to enhancing the audiobook experience is evident in its thoughtful features and design. With ListenBook, I can listen to my favorite audiobooks and speeches with the utmost comfort and convenience. I'm hooked on this app's seamless performance – it's like having a personal audiobook curator. I can't imagine my daily activities without this app – it's my go-to for staying informed and entertained. The interface is sleek and modern. It’s a joy to use.
3D Waffle
With ListenBook Pro, I can customize the tone of the sound to match my preferences – it's a fantastic touch. 🚗 Turning road trips into unforgettable adventures – audiobooks keep me entertained on the journey! 🚗📖 Seamless audiobook integration – this app's design is remarkable. I love the variety of themes available. It makes the app feel personalized.
Twine X
The sleep timer is a brilliant addition – I drift off to sleep with amazing stories. Adjusting the tone of the voice is an innovative feature that enhances the immersion in the content.
Devine Melon
I'm constantly amazed by the variety of genres – there's something for everyone. No need to convert files anymore – ListenBook's seamless playback of various formats is a game-changer for audiobook enthusiasts like me! 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! This audiobook was an absolute pleasure to listen to! The narrator's voice was rich and expressive, perfectly capturing the tone of the material. I found myself completely immersed in the story, often sitting in my car longer than necessary just to hear what happened next. The production quality was excellent with clear audio throughout.
Sexy
ListenBook's support for CarPlay and Apple Watch integration has made my daily activities more seamless and convenient. ListenBook's innovation, seamless playback, and versatile features make it a standout app. I'm so glad I chose the audiobook version! The narrator added layers of meaning I might have missed reading silently. Their interpretation of the material felt thoughtful and authentic. The recording was technically perfect - no reverb, no peaking, just clean, pleasant audio.
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