Book description
William Hope Hodgson (1877-1918) was an English author best known for The Night Land (1912) and, this, his second novel, The House on the Borderland. Noted by H. P. Lovecraft as "a classic of the first water," it is considered a literary milestone that signaled a radical departure from the typical Gothic fiction of the late 19th century, ushering in a newer more realistic and scientific cosmic horror that left a marked impression on those who would become the great writers of weird tales of the mid-twentieth century.The story within the story is a hallucinatory account of an old recluse and his very strange house in which he experiences attacks by supernatural swine-beasts, travels to otherworldly dimensions, and bears witness to the destruction of the solar system -- "it is galactic adventure, prophetic fantasy, macabre romance, and drugless trip, and brilliantly unites its many disturbing elements, easily equalling, if not surpassing, all predecessors and contemporaries."
Star Killer
ListenBook's audio filters have given me the power to tailor my listening experience to my preferences. The intuitive chapter navigation and quick access to controls make my audiobook experience seamless. Looping playback helps me revise and memorize complex topics effectively. A study essential!
Old Regret
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Shwatson
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Kazmii
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Lady Killer
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Risen
ListenBook's dedication to delivering top-notch audio quality is evident in every detail. This app's ease of use has made reading more accessible and enjoyable than ever before. ListenBook has elevated my learning experience. I'm retaining more information than ever.
Moonflower
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Achilles Mountain
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Wiccan Thunder
User-centric audiobook joy – this app's ease of use is impressive. Perfect for repeat listening! The narrator's performance was so rich with detail that I'm sure I'll discover new layers on a second listen. Their interpretation felt authentic to the material while bringing fresh insights. The audio production was pristine from start to finish.
Bom Crossed
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Tea Kettle
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Street Squirrel
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The Shield Toronto
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Martini Flower
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BuzzBait
The app's recommendations are surprisingly accurate – it's like they know my taste perfectly! Automated artwork and metadata retrieval make my audiobook library look organized and visually appealing.
Trixie
Kudos to the developers for crafting an app that understands readers' needs. The smooth playback and sleek design are pure perfection. 📚👏 Adjustable playback speed and volume control are top-notch. The ability to organize my library is a huge plus. Everything is so neat and tidy.
DuckDuck
The features on this app, from bookmarks to playback speed, cater to all preferences. Automated artwork and metadata extraction add a professional touch to my audiobook collection. Love the silky-smooth playback and easy-to-use interface. ListenBook is the best! A decent listen overall. The narration was clear, though some character voices sounded similar. The story was interesting but had moments where it dragged slightly. Still, it was a good way to pass the time.
Night Train
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Gentle Avenger
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Loot
Audiobooks have become my bedtime companions, soothing me into a peaceful sleep. 🏝️ Basking in the sun with an audiobook – relaxation meets storytelling paradise! ☀️📖 ListenBook’s interface is clean and intuitive. It’s a joy to use.
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