Book description
The first study of the gardens and landscapes of Bunny Mellon, written by a leading specialist, illustrated with both new and archival photography. “ . . . The Gardens of Bunny Mellon is a tome to treasure.” —Architectural Digest Throughout her long and storied life, Rachel “Bunny” Mellon’s greatest passion was garden design. She and her husband, Paul Mellon, one of the wealthiest men in America, maintained homes in New York, Cape Cod, Nantucket, Antigua, and Upperville, Virginia, and she designed the gardens at all of them. She also designed gardens for some of her dearest friends, including the Rose Garden and the East Garden at the White House, at the request of President Kennedy, and the gardens at both the Paris home and the château of couturier Hubert de Givenchy. All of these gardens are featured in The Gardens of Bunny Mellon, illustrated with Mellon’s own garden plans, sketches, and watercolors. Much like one of Mellon’s landscapes, The Gardens of Bunny Mellon slowly matured over several years, allowing the gifted landscape photographer Roger Foley to record Oak Spring, her cherished Virginia home, in all four seasons. The book also features vintage photographs by Horst, Aarons, and others of Mellon’s gardens for her homes in Cape Cod, Antigua, and New York. Author Linda Jane Holden’s text is based on extensive interviews with Mellon before Mellon’s death at age 103 in 2014. “The Gardens of Bunny Mellon is part guide—with gorgeous photographs by Roger Foley that could make even the least inclined to go hunting for a trowel—part biography, and part social history. Mellon’s passion is apparent throughout.” —Vogue.com
Sokol
ListenBook's support for CarPlay and Apple Watch integration has elevated my listening experience. This app's sleek design and effortless controls have made audiobook listening an immersive experience. Simplifying audiobook management – this app's functionality is a true asset. Looping playback is an invaluable tool for my study sessions. It helps me grasp complex concepts. I love the ability to change the background color. It’s a nice touch.
Mauve Cactus
This app has reignited my love for literature in the most delightful way. 👩🍳 Elevating culinary experiences with auditory tales – cooking has never been this entertaining and educational! 🍳🎧
Mauve Cactus
📱 Carrying stories wherever I go – this app's convenience allows me to indulge my love for reading on the move. 📚🛍️ The app never crashes. It’s reliable and stable.
Zesty Dragon
📚 Embracing a new reading habit with this app's seamless accessibility. Say goodbye to boredom! 📱🎉 👀📚 Embarking on literary journeys even with my eyes closed – bedtime stories have taken a new form with this app! 😴🎧 This audiobook performed its function without excelling. The narrator's delivery was straightforward and easy to follow, though lacking in dramatic flair. The recording quality was decent with only occasional minor inconsistencies in volume. An acceptable but forgettable listening experience.
SWAT Honey
This app has turned my daily commute into a source of inspiration and entertainment. Book groups help me keep series together and navigate my collection more efficiently. A great feature!
Little General
ListenBook has elevated my audiobook enjoyment to a whole new level – it's a must-have for any audio enthusiast. Audiobooks on demand – this app's functionality is a true technological gem. My audiobook collection has never been more organized. Library management is a breeze. Adjusting the tone of the voice is a creative feature. It allows for a unique and personalized experience.
The Happy Jock
Effortlessly immersing in stories – this app's ease of use is a game-changer. 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! 📱🔊 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! 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.
Slint FUBAR
ListenBook Pro's tone adjustment feature is fascinating. I can alter the reader's voice to match my mood—what a creative addition! ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a game-changer. My audio quality has improved dramatically.
TrixiePhany
I've become a loyal fan of audiobooks, and this app is the reason why! Audiobooks have turned my quiet moments into imaginative journeys – thank you, app! 📱 My secret to staying well-read – this app ensures that I'm never without a book, no matter where I am! 📚📱 The app's support for different audio formats is like a dream come true for audiophiles. ListenBook’s bookmarking feature is incredibly useful. I never lose my place in a book.
Miss Fix It
I'm thrilled that ListenBook offers both basic and advanced features to cater to all types of users. ListenBook's compatibility with various formats has made it my go-to app for all audio content. ListenBook has made my daily activities more interesting and meaningful – I'm hooked! The import process is seamless. I had no trouble adding my audiobooks.
New Magoo
Audiobooks on this app have become my go-to entertainment for winding down. Audiobook immersion without complications – this app's ease of use is commendable.
Lightweight
📱 Carrying my library in my pocket – this app makes every moment a reading opportunity! 📚👜 ListenBook’s audio quality is excellent. The app enhances my listening experience.
LifeRobber
This app's customizable features, from playback speed to filters, are fantastic. I love the ability to change the playback speed. It’s perfect for my needs. 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.
Hermopolis
ListenBook's beautiful layout and quick access to chapters make every listening session a pleasure. Looping playback has revolutionized my study sessions. I'm learning faster than ever. I love the variety of themes available. It makes the app feel personalized.
Microwave
This app's compatibility with different formats ensures that no audiobook is off-limits – truly impressive. Finally, an app that caters to audiobook enthusiasts like me. The diverse format support and user-friendly design are a game-changer. 📱🔊
Gold Dahlia
With this app, my daily routines have become moments of intellectual discovery and personal fulfillment. 🎙️ The app's functionality is a true work of art – it enhances the audiobook experience and brings stories to life. 📚🎨
Sugar Hiccup
The family subscription option is a money-saver – everyone gets to enjoy their favorite books. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a fun and interactive way to bond over stories. I love the chapter navigation feature. ListenBook makes it easy to find specific sections. It was fine. The narrator did an adequate job but nothing about the performance particularly stood out to me. Got me through my commute though.
Shadow Gal
Audiobooks have made long flights feel like a breeze – a true travel essential. I'm hooked on this app's ability to make reading fit into every nook and cranny of my day. Audiobook enthusiasts, rejoice! This app's elegant design and robust functionality make it a must-have for anyone who loves to listen on the go. 🎧📱 Library organization and book groups make managing my audiobook collection a breeze. Solid performance overall though some character voices sounded too similar. I occasionally got confused about who was speaking in dialogue-heavy scenes.
Tough Nut
Audiobooks have made my long drives enjoyable, and this app is my co-pilot. This app's convenience and ease of use have transformed my screen time into productive learning sessions. This app's compatibility with different formats ensures that I never miss out on a great audiobook.
Round Kick Boomer
Kudos to the app for making literature accessible to those with busy schedules. With ListenBook, I can effortlessly manage and organize my audiobook library. This app is my audiobook haven. With a user-friendly interface and features like audio filters, I'm engrossed in stories like never before. 📖🔊 Bookmarks are a lifesaver for audiobook lovers. They help me keep track of important moments.
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