Book description
'What a wonderful book this is. I loved the enchanting and beautifully written story but also the fascinating and thoughtful excursions along the way.' – Nigel Slater‘A garden contains secrets, we all know that: buried elements that might put on strange growth or germinate in unexpected places. The garden that I chose had walls, but like every garden it was interconnected, wide open to the world . . .’In 2020, Olivia Laing began to restore a walled garden in Suffolk, an overgrown Eden of unusual plants. The work drew her into an exhilarating investigation of paradise and its long association with gardens. Moving between real and imagined gardens, from Milton’s Paradise Lost to John Clare’s enclosure elegies, from a wartime sanctuary in Italy to a grotesque aristocratic pleasure ground funded by slavery, Laing interrogates the sometimes shocking cost of making paradise on earth.But the story of the garden doesn’t always enact larger patterns of privilege and exclusion. It’s also a place of rebel outposts and communal dreams. From the improbable queer utopia conjured by Derek Jarman on the beach at Dungeness to the fertile vision of a common Eden propagated by William Morris, new modes of living can and have been attempted amidst the flower beds, experiments that could prove vital in the coming era of climate change.The result is a humming, glowing tapestry, a beautiful and exacting account of the abundant pleasures and possibilities of gardens: not as a place to hide from the world but as a site of encounter and discovery, bee-loud and pollen-laden.
Fire Feline
With ListenBook, I can effortlessly manage and organize my audiobook library. With this app, I've turned mundane chores into exciting opportunities for intellectual growth. Automated artwork and metadata extraction add a professional touch to my audiobook collection. ListenBook’s playback speed control is very useful. I can listen at my own pace.
Snapple Whistler
This app has turned my cooking sessions into culinary adventures with a side of stories. With this app, I've discovered a new way to make my daily routines more enriching and rewarding. This app's convenience has turned my exercise sessions into enlightening moments. Looping playback is a fantastic study tool. It helps me focus and retain information effectively. AirDrop sharing makes it easy to share audiobooks with friends.
Roadblock
ListenBook's compatibility with various audio formats ensures that I can enjoy a wide range of content hassle-free. I can't believe how seamless the integration with Apple Watch is. My workouts just got better. I love the chapter navigation feature. ListenBook makes it easy to jump between sections.
Coffee
The sheer variety of genres available ensures there's something for everyone. ListenBook's dedication to excellence shines through in its impeccable audio quality and user-friendly features. 📱 Carrying my library in my pocket – this app makes every moment a reading opportunity! 📚👜
Chew Chew
Being able to adjust playback speed suits everyone's preferences – a thoughtful feature. CUE playlist support is a fantastic feature that allows me to curate themed listening sessions, creating a dynamic and engaging audiobook experience.
Fire Sass
I'm absolutely in love with this app! It's like a library of stories in my pocket. With ListenBook, I can effortlessly manage and organize my audiobook library. Book groups feature keeps series and related titles together. Neat and tidy! Adjusting the tone of the narrator's voice is a unique feature that adds a personal touch.
Slint FUBAR
With ListenBook, I can immerse myself in captivating stories and enriching knowledge, all in one convenient app. ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch integration ensures that I can enjoy my audiobooks wherever I am. ListenBook has taken my audio content to new heights, making every moment more meaningful. 🌌 Igniting my imagination while preparing dinner – this app adds flavor to every meal! 🍲📖
Legacy
The app's compatibility with various devices ensures I never miss a moment of my book. This app is a true treasure for audiobook lovers – it's my go-to source for literary adventures! 📚 The simplicity and functionality of this app are top-notch. I can start a book with just a tap and immerse myself in the story instantly. 📱📖 I've never experienced such a smooth audiobook player. The playback is seamless. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction is a lifesaver. I can hear clearly even in noisy environments.
Trigger Warming
With ListenBook, I can enjoy my own audio content with unparalleled ease and comfort. With this app, reading is no longer a luxury – it's an essential part of my day. ListenBook is a must-have for any audiobook enthusiast. It's reliable, efficient, and a pleasure to use. Sharing audiobooks via AirDrop is incredibly convenient. Great feature!
Grave Digger
ListenBook has made my audiobook journey effortless, turning every moment into an escape. ListenBook’s support for CarPlay is great. I can listen to audiobooks in my car easily.
Phoenix Sparrow
Tone adjustment is such a unique feature. It's like customizing the narrator's voice. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a fun way to inspire others to read.
BoomerBox
The ability to download audio directly within the app is a lifesaver. ListenBook is incredibly convenient. I love the download options. ListenBook gives me so many ways to get my audiobooks onto my device.
Dark Horse
Audiobooks have become my preferred way to unwind – and this app is my partner in crime. 🎉 Rekindling my love for stories – this app's accessibility has reignited my passion! 📖🚀 Sharing audiobooks through AirDrop is a fun and convenient way to share the magic of storytelling with friends and family, sparking meaningful discussions. Great for both casual listening and studying. The audio filters are a nice touch. ListenBook’s bookmarking feature is incredibly useful. I never lose my place in a book.
Mr. Alien
The convenience of switching between devices without losing my place is a lifesaver. Thanks to ListenBook, downloading audiobooks is a hassle-free process, regardless of the source.
Grave Scuttlebutt
With ListenBook, I can keep track of my audiobook consumption and explore new content with ease. Download options are versatile, making it easy to get audiobooks from various sources. The app’s design is sleek and modern. ListenBook is my favorite audiobook player.
Red Delicious
The Looping playback and Shuffle features on ListenBook help me customize my listening sessions to my liking. Enhancing my daily routines – this app's design makes listening a joy. ListenBook has become my constant companion. It's like having a personal audiobook assistant.
Spicy Thunder
This app makes traffic jams a breeze – time flies by while I'm engrossed in a story. Library organization is simplified with ListenBook. It's easy to keep my audiobooks neat and tidy.
Mum Mary
This app has transformed my daily routine into moments of literary delight. With this app, I can read anytime, anywhere – it's a reader's dream come true. Effortlessly enjoying audiobook journeys – this app's ease of use is a winner.
Coma Stalk
I can't imagine my audiobook routine without ListenBook's seamless audio player. This audiobook app is an absolute lifesaver! It brings my favorite stories to life with unparalleled convenience. With this app, my daily commute has transformed into an engaging journey through captivating stories. ListenBook Pro's tone adjustment feature is a fun way to experiment with the audiobook experience. Sharing audiobooks through AirDrop is a delightful way to share the joy of storytelling with friends and family. It fosters connections and conversations.
Twinkle Cocoa
ListenBook's features are a bookworm's dream come true – from chapters to bookmarks, it's got everything. I can't get enough of this app's easy navigation and quick access to chapters and playback controls. 🛌 Drifting into dreamland with enchanting audiobooks – bedtime has become a gateway to imagination. 🌙📚 ListenBook's attention to detail in design and functionality sets it apart from other audiobook apps.
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