Book description
The dazzlingly imaginative, ferociously funny story of an art teacher, a bodega clerk, and a five-thousand-year-old clay crisis monster, from the author of the #1 New York Times bestseller Go the Fk to Sleep. "A devastating romp through history, a bonkers road trip through America, this novel could not be any funnier--or any more important."--W. Kamau Bell In Ashkenazi Jewish folklore, a golem is a humanoid being created out of mud or clay and animated through secret prayers. Its sole purpose is to defend the Jewish people against the immediate threat of violence. It is always a rabbi who makes a golem, and always in a time of crisis. But Len Bronstein is no rabbi--he's a Brooklyn art teacher who steals a large quantity of clay from his school, gets extremely stoned, and manages to bring his creation to life despite knowing little about Judaism and even less about golems. Unable to communicate with his nine-foot-six, four hundred-pound, Yiddish-speaking guest, Len enlists a bodega clerk and ex-Hasid named Miri Apfelbaum to translate. Eventually, The Golem learns English by binge-watching Curb Your Enthusiasm after ingesting a massive amount of LSD and reveals that he is a creature with an ancestral memory; he recalls every previous iteration of himself, making The Golem a repository of Jewish history and trauma. He demands to know what crisis has prompted his re-creation and whom must he destroy. When Miri shows him a video of white nationalists marching and chanting "Jews will not replace us," the answer becomes clear. The Golem of Brooklyn is an epic romp through Jewish history and the American present that wrestles with the deepest questions of our humanity--the conflicts between faith and skepticism, tribalism and interdependence, and vengeance and healing.
Red Pepper
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Sassy Muffin
Integration with Apple CarPlay has made long road trips so much more enjoyable. This app's ease of use has made reading an integral part of my everyday life. π₯ Elevating my reading routine to new heights β this app is a real page-turner! ππ Perfect for listening to educational materials. Highly efficient and useful.
Spicy Thunder
ListenBook's versatile features have made my audiobook experience more enjoyable than ever. π§ Finally, an app that understands my need for convenience and ease of use! Audiobooks have never been this accessible. ππ±
Flash
With this app, I can enjoy my favorite stories while traveling, making my journeys more delightful. π‘ Making house chores more enjoyable β audiobooks help me stay engaged while tidying up the living space. π π
Dark Matter
ListenBook's support for various download methods and audio formats ensures that I can always find what I'm looking for. This app has turned my screen time into valuable learning opportunities. π Making every moment count β this app turns everyday activities into a reading adventure! ππ«
California Goddess
Listening to audiobooks while cooking has made meal prep much more enjoyable. ListenBook has made audiobook listening a personalized and enriching journey. ListenBook's ability to extract artwork and metadata automatically adds a visual touch to my audiobook collection. Automatic artwork and metadata extraction add a professional touch to my audiobook library.
Bearded Angler
Finally, a way to enjoy literature on the go without straining my eyes. This app is a treasure trove of knowledge, entertainment, and imagination. π This app is a testament to thoughtful design β its functionality seamlessly blends with my lifestyle, making reading effortless. πβ¨ Supports all my playlists and bookmarks perfectly.
ByteBard
This app's library is a treasure trove β I'm always discovering new favorites. The auto-rewind feature is a small detail that has a big impact on my listening experience. I love it! Iβve been using ListenBook for months, and itβs been a fantastic experience. The app is lightweight, doesnβt drain my battery, and works perfectly in the background. The equalizer and voice boost features are amazing. Highly recommend!
ThoughtTrail
I can't imagine a day without this app β it has made my audiobook journey effortless and rewarding. This app's convenience has made my downtime more rewarding and enriching. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature enhances the audio quality to an impressive degree.
Danger Menace
ListenBook's audio filters allow me to customize the audio playback to suit my preferences perfectly. I love the chapter navigation feature. ListenBook makes it easy to find specific sections.
Blizzard Vixen
This app's ease of use has made my daily activities more enjoyable and educational. I'm impressed with the wide range of supported formats. Finally, an app that plays all my audiobooks flawlessly. 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.
Lady In Red
The audio filters on ListenBook enhance the sound quality, making every listening session a treat for my ears. With ListenBook, I can listen to my favorite audiobooks and speeches with maximum comfort and convenience. ListenBook is the ultimate audiobook player. The app supports all formats, and the import process is seamless. I love the playback history featureβitβs so easy to revisit my favorite parts. Highly recommend this app!
Y0dler
I'm hooked on this app's ability to transform my ordinary moments into exciting opportunities for learning. Absolutely love this app! It's made my daily commute so much more enjoyable. Noise reduction on ListenBook Pro is a revelation. It elevates the audio quality to a new level. With features like auto-rewind, I never lose my place when I pause listening.
Voluntary
With ListenBook, my iPhone and iPad have become a gateway to a world of captivating stories. π± A world of books at my fingertips β this app's user-friendly design makes it a true reading companion. ππ± I love the chapter navigation feature. ListenBook makes it easy to jump between sections. Iβve tried many audiobook players, and this one is by far the best.
Handsome
ListenBook's statistics feature is both enlightening and motivating. It's incredible to see the time I've invested in learning through audiobooks. The tone adjustment feature is an exciting touch, allowing me to immerse myself even more in the content. The perfect balance between dramatic reading and natural storytelling. Felt like a friend telling me an amazing story rather than someone just reading words.
Blink
Gone are the days of struggling with formats. Thanks to this app, my audiobook journey is a breeze, and every tale is a tap away. Highly recommended! ππ§ Noise reduction and voice tone adjustment enhance the listening experience significantly.
Tokyo Dream
Finally, a way to enjoy literature on the go without straining my eyes. The convenience of switching between devices without losing my place is a lifesaver. Kudos to the app for making literature accessible to those with busy schedules. I'm amazed at how this app has made reading such a natural part of my day. ListenBook has completely changed how I enjoy audiobooks. The app is packed with features like customizable skip intervals, playback speed, and sleep timers. The interface is clean and easy to navigate. Five stars!
Greek Rifle
Audiobooks have never been this immersive β this app transports me to different worlds. ππ Exploring stories even with my eyes off the page β this app is a bedtime dream! π΄π§ Chapters make navigation a breeze. I can easily pick up where I left off. The app's compatibility with CarPlay is a fantastic bonus. It keeps me entertained during long drives.
Gunhawk
Thanks to ListenBook, I've rediscovered the joy of exploring my favorite content on multiple devices. Decent narration, predictable story. The voice actor did a good job, but the plot followed a familiar formula. If youβre looking for something new and groundbreaking, this might not be it. The narrator's voice took some getting used to - a bit nasal at first - but I grew to like it after a few chapters. Their pacing was excellent throughout.
Killer Grenade
Navigating audiobooks seamlessly β this app's design is top-notch. Good but not great. The narration was competent but lacked the extra spark that makes some audiobooks truly special. Still worth a listen though.
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