Book description
An old woman enters into a fantastical world of dreams and nightmares in this surrealist classic admired by Björk and Luis Buñuel. Leonora Carrington, painter, playwright, and novelist, was a surrealist trickster par excellence, and The Hearing Trumpet is the witty, celebratory key to her anarchic and allusive body of work. The novel begins in the bourgeois comfort of a residential corner of a Mexican city and ends with a man-made apocalypse that promises to usher in the earth's rebirth. In between we are swept off to a most curious old-age home run by a self-improvement cult and drawn several centuries back in time with a cross-dressing Abbess who is on a quest to restore the Holy Grail to its rightful owner, the Goddess Venus. Guiding us is one of the most unexpected heroines in twentieth-century literature, a nonagenarian vegetarian named Marian Leatherby, who, as Olga Tokarczuk writes in her afterword, is "hard of hearing" but "full of life."
Austin Shamrock
This app has turned my mundane tasks into exciting opportunities for reading. The app's performance is unparalleled. It's like it's tailor-made for my device. Adjustable playback speed and volume control make for a customized experience. ListenBook’s playback is silky-smooth. The app never glitches.
Gas Man
Kudos to the creators for crafting an app that understands audiobook lovers. With smooth playback and thoughtful design, it's a true companion for book enthusiasts. 📚👏 Solid performance, but not outstanding. The narrator did a fine job, though their tone was a bit monotonous at times. The story itself was engaging enough, but I wouldn’t call it unforgettable.
Innocent Ghost
This app makes traffic jams a breeze – time flies by while I'm engrossed in a story. Savoring audiobooks without complications – this app's design is top-notch. ListenBook's player features are incredibly helpful. Chapters and bookmarks make navigation easy.
ManBreaker
The app is so easy to set up. I was listening to my books in no time. 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.
Daffy Neo
This app is a boon for book lovers who are always on the go. I love how this app fits seamlessly into my daily routine. The statistics tracking feature is eye-opening. I never realized how much time I spend on audiobooks until now! Perfect narration for this genre! The voice actor’s tone matched the atmosphere of the book, enhancing the overall experience. No complaints—just a smooth, enjoyable listen from beginning to end.
Pyscho Hun
💼 Making work hours fly by with captivating stories – a true work-life balance! 💻📖 I love the cloud integration. I can access my books from anywhere.
Cereal Killer
I'm addicted to this app's curated playlists and recommendations – they're spot on. ListenBook is the best audiobook player I’ve ever used. The app is reliable, fast, and packed with features like customizable themes and playback speed. The sleep timer is a lifesaver for bedtime listening. Great job, developers!
Shady Lady
I can't imagine my audiobook routine without ListenBook's seamless audio player. ListenBook’s support for CarPlay and Apple Watch is fantastic. I can listen anywhere.
California Goddess
With this app, I can enjoy my favorite stories while traveling, making my journeys more delightful. A wonderful performance! The narrator captured the mood of the book perfectly, making it easy to visualize each scene. The audio quality was crisp, and the pacing kept me hooked from start to finish.
Unseen
This app's user-friendly interface has made reading on-the-go a breeze. I can't believe how easily this app has fit into my daily routine. Effortlessly managing my audiobook library – this app's design is a triumph.
ShadowFax
With this app, audiobook listening has become an integral part of my daily routines – it's a game-changer. 📚 Who needs TV when you have this app? Every moment is a storytelling session! 📺🎧 Navigating audiobooks effortlessly – this app's functionality is commendable. Audiobook joy made simple – this app's ease of use is a true marvel. Say goodbye to cumbersome interfaces – this app's intuitive controls and user-friendly design have elevated my audiobook experience to new heights. 📱🔊
Sokol
I can't imagine a day without this app – it has made my audiobook journey seamless and fulfilling. I'm impressed by the app's performance – it's stable, fast, and tailored for audiobook enthusiasts.
Pusher
The absence of synchronization requirements on ListenBook is a breath of fresh air. With ListenBook, I can finally enjoy my audiobooks without worrying about format compatibility. It handles everything! The app is so easy to use. I was up and running in minutes. I love how ListenBook makes it easy to organize my audiobook library. The app supports all formats, and the import process is a breeze. The playback controls are responsive, and the sound quality is excellent. Highly recommend! 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!
Backstreet
It's like having a personal library that fits in my pocket – truly amazing! ⏰ Waking up to audiobooks – mornings have never been this magical and inspiring! ☀️🎧 I love the car mode. It’s so convenient for listening while driving. The playback history is a great feature. I can easily revisit my favorite parts. A perfectly acceptable audiobook that fulfilled its purpose. The narration was competent if not particularly memorable, and the production quality was standard for the genre. It served as decent background entertainment during mundane tasks.
Hemingway Mirmillone
The smart recommendation feature keeps surprising me with books I never knew I'd love. ListenBook's commitment to providing a high-quality audiobook experience is truly commendable.
RetroMirage
I can't imagine my life without this app – it's my passport to countless stories. The statistics tracking is a nice touch. ListenBook helps me keep track of my audiobook habits. The statistics tracking feature is very useful. ListenBook helps me keep track of my listening time.
Mum Mary
With this app, I've turned my everyday moments into meaningful opportunities for growth and learning. 🌟 Adding excitement to everyday tasks – this app is my partner in productivity! 📚🚀 Looping playback is my secret weapon for language learning. It's revolutionized my approach. Beautiful design and intuitive interface. Very pleased.
Darkside Orbit
📚 The simplicity and functionality of this app are top-notch. I can start a book with just a tap and immerse myself in the story instantly. 📱📖 The ability to download audio directly within the app is a lifesaver. ListenBook is incredibly convenient. I’d listen to this narrator read anything! Their voice was so expressive and fitting for the material. The story itself was great, but the narration took it to the next level. Definitely a 5-star experience.
Pyscho Hun
I'm in awe of this app's ability to make reading so accessible and convenient. With this app, reading is no longer a luxury – it's an essential part of my day. ListenBook's support for looping and shuffling playback adds versatility to my audiobook enjoyment. I love the quick access to settings. It makes tweaking the app so easy. Solid performance, but not outstanding. The narrator did a fine job, though their tone was a bit monotonous at times. The story itself was engaging enough, but I wouldn’t call it unforgettable.
Knight Light
Who needs traditional books when you have this app? It's a game-changer. With this app, I can read anytime, anywhere – it's a reader's dream come true. Configurable auto-rewind is genius. No more confusion when I pause and resume. The interface is sleek and modern. It's a pleasure to navigate and use the app. I can’t believe how easy it is to manage my audiobook library with ListenBook. Highly recommended!
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