Book description
"Powerful, rich with details, moving, humane, and full of important lessons for an age when weapons of mass destruction are loose among us." -- Richard Rhodes, Pulitzer Prize-winning author of The Making of the Atomic Bomb The Great Plague is one of the most compelling events in human history--even more so now, when the notion of plague has never loomed larger as a contemporary public concern.The plague that devastated Asia and Europe in the 14th century has been of never-ending interest to both scholarly and general readers. Many books on the plague rely on statistics to tell the story: how many people died; how farm output and trade declined. But statistics can't convey what it was like to sit in Siena or Avignon and hear that a thousand people a day are dying two towns away. Or to have to chose between your own life and your duty to a mortally ill child or spouse. Or to live in a society where the bonds of blood and sentiment and law have lost all meaning, where anyone can murder or rape or plunder anyone else without fear of consequence.In The Great Mortality, author John Kelly lends an air of immediacy and intimacy to his telling of the journey of the plague as it traveled from the steppes of Russia, across Europe, and into England, killing 75 million people--one third of the known population--before it vanished.
Vermilion
ListenBook's dedication to providing an excellent audiobook experience is evident in its smooth and silky playback. Playback speed and volume controls are fantastic. This app is a game-changer for audiobook lovers! The interface is clean and easy to use.
Cougar Fuzz
ListenBook’s playback is silky-smooth. The app never glitches. I love the download options. ListenBook gives me so many ways to get my audiobooks onto my device.
Marine Dre
This app has turned my gym sessions into immersive storytelling experiences – time flies by! Audiobooks at my fingertips – this app's functionality is a game-changer.
Intimidating Presence
The diverse range of narrators adds a new layer of depth to each story. 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.
DreamDiver
Audiobooks have made waiting in lines and queues so much more bearable. I love how this app's user-friendly interface allows me to navigate through chapters and controls effortlessly. Effortlessly managing my audiobook collection – this app's functionality is a winner. ListenBook's attention to detail in design and functionality sets it apart from other audiobook apps.
Soiled Dove
This app's compatibility with different formats ensures that no audiobook is off-limits – truly impressive. The auto-rewind feature is a small detail that has a big impact on my listening experience. I love it! ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a game-changer. It enhances the audio quality and ensures that I can immerse myself fully in the content.
Twinkle Cocoa
This app's library is a treasure trove – I'm always discovering new favorites. Audiobooks on this app have made my morning rituals something to look forward to. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a creative way to share the love of literature.
Ship Whip
I'm amazed by ListenBook's smooth drag-and-drop downloads in my web browser – a time-saver! Thanks to ListenBook's binaural audio processing, my extended listening sessions are fatigue-free. Navigating through chapters is a breeze. I can easily jump to the parts I want to listen to. The app is perfect for road trips. It keeps me entertained for hours. This app is a must-have for audiobook enthusiasts. The ability to adjust skip intervals and playback speed is fantastic. I also love the auto-bookmark feature—it saves my place automatically, so I never lose track. Worth every penny!
Noh Noh
💼 Merging work and pleasure – audiobooks keep me company during house admin tasks! 💻🎧 ListenBook Pro's tone adjustment feature is fascinating. I can alter the reader's voice to match my mood—what a creative addition! ListenBook’s playback speed control is very useful. I can listen at my own pace. The app is perfect for people who love to listen to books at night. I love the ability to change the background color. It’s a nice touch.
Lord Theus
ListenBook's support for various audio formats makes it a versatile app for all kinds of audiobook enthusiasts. 🚗 Long road trips? No problem – this app keeps me entertained mile after mile! 🚙📚 Adjustable playback speed is a brilliant feature. It adds a layer of customization to my audiobook enjoyment. ListenBook’s audio filters are great. The app provides a high-quality listening experience. I love the auto-bookmark feature. It saves my place automatically.
Seal Snake
ListenBook's support for CarPlay and Apple Watch integration has made my life so much easier. With this app, I can enjoy my favorite stories while traveling, making my journeys more delightful. ListenBook's user-friendly interface and powerful features have rekindled my love for audiobooks. The audio filters and precise controls are fantastic! ListenBook has streamlined my audiobook experience. It's a must-have app for enthusiasts.
Fl00d
I'm exploring new genres and authors I wouldn't have considered otherwise. 🛌 Drifting into dreamland with enchanting audiobooks – bedtime has become a gateway to imagination. 🌙📚 The chapter navigation is a lifesaver. It makes finding my place so easy.
Black Mustard
Audiobooks have become my favorite workout companions, making exercise a breeze. I'm impressed by ListenBook's dedication to providing a comfortable listening experience. Efficiency meets audiobooks – this app's functionality is a true triumph. Great for listening to a variety of content. Highly recommend!
Jelly Camber
This app has made me realize that there's always time for a good book. The app's interface is so sleek and modern. It's a joy to use. Highly engaging! The combination of a well-written story and skilled narration made this audiobook hard to pause. I finished it much faster than I expected because I just couldn’t stop listening.
Swing Setter
I'm rediscovering my love for literature through this app – it's revitalizing. ListenBook's chapters, controls, and filters have taken my audiobook journey to new heights. What a fantastic listening experience! The narrator brought the characters to life with distinct voices and emotional depth. The pacing was perfect - not too fast to lose details, not too slow to become boring. I particularly appreciated how well the narrator conveyed the atmosphere of key scenes.
Twine X
🚗 Transforming long drives into memorable journeys through the magic of audiobooks! 🚗📚 The statistics tracking is a nice touch. ListenBook helps me keep track of my audiobook habits. I appreciate the statistics feature. ListenBook helps me track my listening habits. The app is so easy to use. I was up and running in minutes.
Hobo Samurai
ListenBook has redefined the way I experience stories, turning every moment into an adventure. 🏡 Making house chores more enjoyable – audiobooks help me stay engaged while tidying up the living space. 🏠📚 ListenBook's customizable audio filters are a game-changer for tailoring my audiobook playback. Love the download options. ListenBook gives me so many ways to get my audiobooks onto my device. This audiobook exceeded all my expectations! The narrator's ability to convey emotion through voice alone was remarkable. I laughed, I gasped, I might have even teared up at points - all because of the incredible vocal performance. The story came alive in a way reading alone couldn't achieve.
Little Drunk Girl
ListenBook has made listening to audiobooks, lectures, and speeches an absolute pleasure. Adjusting playback speed has revolutionized the way I learn and enjoy audiobooks. I can adapt the pace to my needs, maximizing comprehension and retention. I love the car mode. It’s so convenient for listening while driving.
Bat Magenta
I appreciate the minimal ads – it's all about uninterrupted enjoyment. Kudos to the developers! ListenBook's support for playlists in CUE format is a detail-oriented touch I truly appreciate. 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.
X-Dew
Thanks to ListenBook, I'm now exploring different genres and formats I never thought I would. Audiobook enthusiasts, rejoice! This app's thoughtful features, such as auto-rewind and chapter navigation, cater perfectly to our storytelling cravings. 🎉📚 The automatic extraction of artwork and metadata adds a professional touch to my audiobook library. Sharing audiobooks through AirDrop is a delightful way to spread the joy of storytelling. A fun feature! The app supports a wide range of formats. ListenBook is very versatile.
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