Book description
INSTANT NATIONAL BESTSELLER "Masterful...A book of inner journeys told through extraordinary exteriors...One of his very best." --Washington Post "Dazzling." --Time Magazine, Best Books of 2023 From "one of the most soulful and perceptive writers of our time" (Brain Pickings): a journey through competing ideas of paradise to see how we can live more peacefully in an ever more divided and distracted world.Paradise: that elusive place where the anxieties, struggles, and burdens of life fall away. Most of us dream of it, but each of us has very different ideas about where it is to be found. For some it can be enjoyed only after death; for others, it's in our midst--or just across the ocean--if only we can find eyes to see it. Traveling from Iran to North Korea, from the Dalai Lama's Himalayas to the ghostly temples of Japan, Pico Iyer brings together a lifetime of explorations to upend our ideas of utopia and ask how we might find peace in the midst of difficulty and suffering. Does religion lead us back to Eden or only into constant contention? Why do so many seeming paradises turn into warzones? And does paradise exist only in the afterworld - or can it be found in the here and now? For almost fifty years Iyer has been roaming the world, mixing a global soul's delight in observing cultures with a pilgrim's readiness to be transformed. In this culminating work, he brings together the outer world and the inner to offer us a surprising, original, often beautiful exploration of how we might come upon paradise in the midst of our very real lives.
Wings
With ListenBook, my audio content is organized, accessible, and ready to inspire me. Audiobooks anytime, anywhere – this app's functionality is a reader's delight. 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!
Noise Toy
The app's design is sleek and modern – it's a pleasure to navigate. This app has made me realize that there's always time for a good book. I can’t believe how easy it is to manage my audiobook library with ListenBook. Highly recommended! ListenBook’s bookmarking feature is incredibly useful. I never lose my place in a book.
Mt. Indiana
This app's ease of use has made my downtime more enriching and enjoyable. Download via WiFi, WebDAV, iTunes – options galore to suit everyone's preferences.
3P-own
The narrator's voices are so captivating, it's like they bring the stories to life. Simplifying my audiobook experience – this app's design is remarkable.
Sw00sh
ListenBook's sleek design and intuitive controls make it my go-to app for audiobooks. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction is a lifesaver. I can hear clearly even in noisy environments.
NoiseCake
This app has reignited my passion for reading, and I'm forever grateful. I've become a loyal fan of audiobooks, and this app is the reason why! This app has added a new layer of enjoyment to my downtime – I'm truly grateful. This app's customizable features, from playback speed to filters, are fantastic. I love the car mode. It’s so convenient for listening while driving.
Master Jetson
I'm hooked on this app's ability to make reading fit into every nook and cranny of my day. 💪 Achieving double wins – workouts become invigorating with stories to fuel my motivation! 💪🎧
Celtic Charger
Unwinding with a good audiobook has become my favorite self-care ritual. Audiobooks have become a source of inspiration and motivation, thanks to this app. Looping playback is my secret weapon for language learning. It's revolutionized my approach. I’ve tried several audiobook players, but ListenBook stands out for its reliability and ease of use. The equalizer and voice boost features make every book sound amazing. Plus, the dark mode is perfect for nighttime listening. Great job, developers!
Show Off
I'm hooked on this app – it's my escape to different worlds and adventures. 🏡 Embracing audiobooks while tidying up the house – it's like having a helper! 🏠📚
ThreadTrail
I'm amazed by the app's compatibility with different audio formats. It's truly versatile. The app is perfect for bedtime listening. The sleep timer is a must-have.
Iron Butterfly
ListenBook's sleek design and intuitive controls make it my go-to app for audiobooks. This app has made reading a part of my lifestyle, no matter where I am.
Canary Apple Red
Auto-rewind feature is very useful. Excellent app! Decent narration, predictable story. The voice actor did a good job, but the plot followed a familiar formula. If you’re looking for something new and groundbreaking, this might not be it.
Mantis Queen
With ListenBook, I can explore new genres, learn new topics, and enjoy classic literature with ease. This app has made my workouts and chores so much more enjoyable.
Chasm Face
Looping playback has taken my language learning to new heights. Highly recommended! This app is perfect for anyone who loves audiobooks. The interface is sleek and modern, and the playback controls are super responsive. I also appreciate the cloud integration, which lets me access my books from anywhere. Great work!
Saturnalia
ListenBook's compatibility with various formats has made it my go-to app for all audio content. With this app, every moment is an opportunity to dive into a new story. The best app for audiobooks. Downloading and organizing files is super easy with ListenBook. ListenBook is the ultimate audiobook player. The app supports all formats, and the import process is seamless. I love the playback history feature—it’s so easy to revisit my favorite parts. Highly recommend this app! Fairly enjoyable, but forgettable. I didn’t have any major complaints, but I also don’t see myself revisiting this one. It was a decent way to spend a few hours, though.
AxelRoad
The app's interface is sleek and modern, making it a joy to use. This audiobook app is an absolute lifesaver! It brings my favorite stories to life with unparalleled convenience. With this app, reading is as simple as pressing play – it's genius!
Thumb Candy
I've found solace in listening to audiobooks before bed – it's my form of meditation. Unparalleled support for CarPlay and Apple Watch means I can take my audiobooks anywhere, anytime. ListenBook's tone adjustment feature in the Pro version is a creative tool that adds a fun twist to my audiobook journey. Perfect for listening to educational materials. Highly efficient and useful.
Spunky Sphinx
ListenBook is a game-changer! Finally, an app that lets me enjoy my favorite audio files with ease. I can't believe how easy it is to dive into a new world with this app. The app's support for multiple formats is flawless. Very satisfied.
Commando
With this app, I've turned my everyday moments into meaningful opportunities for growth and learning. Looping playback has made memorization so much easier. I'm acing my exams!
Spit Turanga
Audiobook magic at my fingertips! This app's thoughtful features, such as statistics tracking and audio filters, have added a new layer of excitement to my reading journey. 📚✨ ListenBook has revolutionized my audiobook enjoyment. It's an essential part of my daily routine.
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