Book description
"If you want to write, paint, sing, compose, act, or make films, read The Gift." --from the Introduction by Margaret Atwood A modern classic cherished by many of the greatest artists of our time and a brilliant, life-changing defense of the value of creative labor. Drawing on examples from folklore and literature, history and tribal customs, economics and modern copyright law, Lewis Hyde demonstrates how our society--governed by the marketplace--is poorly equipped to determine the worth of artists' work. He shows us that another way is possible: the alternative economy of the gift, which allows creations and ideas to circulate freely, rather than hoarding them as commodities. Illuminating and transformative, The Gift is a triumph of originality and insight--an essential book for anyone who has ever given or received a work of art.
GuTzd
I love that I can switch between devices seamlessly and continue where I left off. I appreciate the option to listen to samples before committing to a book. This app is a must-have for any book lover on the go – it's my daily companion. ListenBook's support for CarPlay and Apple Watch is a game-changer for my on-the-go listening. The speed adjustment feature is my secret weapon for studying complex materials.
Demo
Audiobooks on this app have become my go-to entertainment for winding down. Effortlessly exploring new worlds – this app's design is user-centric and efficient. ListenBook’s interface is clean and intuitive. It’s a joy to use.
Abiss
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Old Orange Eyes
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3D Waffle
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Nickname Master
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Essex
ListenBook's support for various download methods and audio formats ensures that I can always find what I'm looking for. I love how ListenBook caters to various formats, making it versatile and accommodating for all my audiobooks. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature has made my audio content much more enjoyable in noisy environments. I love the statistics feature. It’s fun to see how much I’ve listened.
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Houston Rocket
The vast selection of titles on this app is a book lover's dream come true. The interface is beautiful and functional. ListenBook is my go-to app for audiobooks. I love how customizable the playback speed is. It makes listening so much more enjoyable.
Cross Thread
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Hang 11
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Bugger
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Sweetness
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King Bass
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Dr. Jam Man
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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