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.
Gov Skull
ListenBook has made my commutes more enjoyable, transforming them into learning sessions. I'm amazed at how this app has made reading a seamless part of my life.
Cool Whip
Background play feature lets me multitask while enjoying a book – brilliant! This app has made my daily walks a time for both exercise and learning. ListenBook’s audio quality is excellent. The app enhances my listening experience.
Cooger
ListenBook has redefined my audiobook journey, making it more enjoyable and convenient than ever before. ListenBook has reignited my love for storytelling and learning, one audio file at a time. I can't get enough of this app's easy navigation and quick access to chapters and playback controls. With this app, reading has become an integral part of my daily routine. 🌟 Transforming laundry time into a journey through fantastic stories – thank you, this app! 👚📖
Red Pepper
Effortless audiobook management – this app's usability is a triumph. ListenBook is my trusted partner for all things audiobooks. It's reliable, intuitive, and user-friendly.
Scare Stone
💃 Grooving to the rhythm of stories while tackling household chores – a dance of productivity! 🎶📖 🏝️ Basking in the sun while indulging in literary adventures – this app makes outdoor relaxation even better. ☀️📖 Audiobooks have become my constant companions, and this app's seamless functionality and broad compatibility ensure every story is a captivating ride. 🌌🎧 ListenBook's ability to extract artwork and metadata automatically adds a visual touch to my audiobook collection. Looping playback is a study aid sent from heaven. It's helping me ace my exams!
High Kingdom Warrior
ListenBook's support for looping and shuffling playback adds versatility to my audiobook enjoyment. Tone adjustment is an innovative touch that adds a personal connection to the audiobook narration. It's like having a custom reading experience.
Sleek Assassin
This app's user-friendly layout and quick access to controls have made audiobook listening a breeze. No more limits on the genres I can explore! This app's versatility in downloading and organizing audiobooks ensures I always have a captivating tale at my fingertips. 📖📱 The audiobook player's silky-smooth playback is like music to my ears. Flawless performance!
Girl Brownie
I've fallen in love with genres I never thought I'd explore, all thanks to this app. ListenBook has become an indispensable part of my daily routine – it's my ultimate audio companion. 🏃♀️🌟 Experiencing stories while staying active – this app's functionality enhances my walks and runs like never before. 🎧🏞️
Ella of Light
With this app, I've turned mundane chores into exciting opportunities for intellectual growth. I can't imagine my daily activities without this app – it's my go-to for staying informed and entertained. Drag and drop downloads are so convenient. No more messing around with complicated steps. Bookmarks are a fantastic tool for keeping track of important moments. They're a game-changer.
Washer
Elevating my reading experience to a whole new level, this app's user-friendly interface and easy navigation have me hooked. Audiobooks have never been this enjoyable! 📱🔊 Kudos to ListenBook for the intuitive design and easy-to-use controls. It's evident that they've put a lot of thought into user experience. Looping playback is a brilliant study tool. Thanks to ListenBook, my learning has improved! ListenBook’s playback speed control is very useful. I can listen at my own pace.
Baby Brown
ListenBook's integration with CarPlay and Apple Watch has streamlined my multitasking. I love the auto-rewind feature. ListenBook always picks up right where I left off. ListenBook’s audio quality is excellent. The app enhances my listening experience. The ability to download audiobooks directly is fantastic. ListenBook is very convenient.
Natural Mess
ListenBook's support for CarPlay and Apple Watch integration has made multitasking with audio content a breeze. Audiobook enjoyment redefined – this app's design focuses on the essentials. ListenBook has become an essential part of my routine. It's more than an app – it's a companion.
RDTN
ListenBook's audio filters have transformed the way I experience audio content – it's a real game-changer. ListenBook's support for CarPlay and Apple Watch makes it an essential companion for my daily commutes and workouts. It's convenience at its finest! Effortless and enriching – that's how I'd describe my experience with this app. Its smooth interface and thoughtful features redefine audiobook joy. 📱📖
StorySculptor
This app's sleek design and intuitive features make it my trusted partner in exploring new narratives. With this app, audiobook listening has become a convenient and enjoyable part of my everyday life. 🌌 Elevating my reading routine – this app's functionality is the key to unlocking new worlds of storytelling. 📚🔑 Audiobooks on demand? Yes, please! With this app's robust features, I'm always just a tap away from immersing myself in captivating narratives. 📚📱
TrinitySoul
ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a fantastic addition that enhances my audio experience. This app's sleek design and effortless controls have made audiobook listening an immersive experience. I'm amazed at how this app has made reading fit into every aspect of my life. I'm amazed at how this app has made reading such a natural part of my day. Savoring stories has never been this smooth – this app's functionality is genius.
Natural Mess
The audio filters in ListenBook allow me to customize my listening experience. Speed up or slow down playback—it's all up to me! Automated artwork and metadata retrieval add a professional touch to my audiobook library. The app supports a wide range of formats. ListenBook is very versatile.
Peanut Butter Woman
This app's ease of use has made reading an integral part of my everyday life. 🚶♂️🌟 Staying entertained during leisurely walks – audiobooks make outdoor time delightful! 🚶♂️🎧
FrankenGrin
I can finally tackle my reading list while stuck in traffic – what a win! ListenBook's loop and shuffle playback options are essential for my audiobook enjoyment and study.
Stealth
The ListenBook app has transformed my device into a portable audiobook library that I can carry everywhere. Audiobook enjoyment without the hassle – this app's design is a win. Audiobook enthusiasts, celebrate! This app's thoughtful features, like auto-rewind and easy chapter navigation, cater perfectly to our reading cravings. 🎉📚
Parallax Sugar
With this app, my daily routines have become moments of intellectual exploration and personal growth. The seamless integration with CarPlay adds convenience and entertainment during my daily commutes.
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