Book description
A NEW, BEAUTIFULLY ILLUSTRATED HARDBACK EDITION OF THE SUNDAY TIMES NUMBER ONE BESTSELLER, PUBLISHED ON ITS TENTH ANNIVERSARY.'Witty and erudite ... stuffed with the kind of arcane information that nobody strictly needs to know, but which is a pleasure to learn nonetheless.' Nick Duerden, Independent.'Particularly good ... Forsyth takes words and draws us into their, and our, murky history.' William Leith, Evening Standard.The Etymologicon is an occasionally ribald, frequently witty and unerringly erudite guided tour of the secret labyrinth that lurks beneath the English language.What is the actual connection between disgruntled and gruntled? What links church organs to organised crime, California to the Caliphate, or brackets to codpieces?Mark Forsyth's riotous celebration of the idiosyncratic and sometimes absurd connections between words is a classic of its kind: a mine of fascinating information and a must-read for word-lovers everywhere.'Highly recommended' Spectator
SubWoof330
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MysticMingle
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Armed Hawk
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Count Eagle
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Night Train
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Old Felix
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Crash Override
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Deano
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Dez
ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a fantastic addition that enhances my audio experience. Thanks to ListenBook, downloading audiobooks has never been easier or more convenient. The statistics tracking feature is eye-opening. I never realized how much time I spend on audiobooks until now! ListenBook is a must-have for any audiobook enthusiast. It's reliable, efficient, and a pleasure to use.
Darkside Hooker
Adjustable playback speed and volume controls are fantastic features. Love the download options. ListenBook gives me so many ways to get my audiobooks onto my device. I've found my new favorite narrator! Their voice was perfectly suited to this material, with just the right blend of authority and approachability. The production quality was broadcast-level - no distracting breaths, clicks, or inconsistent volume. Already looking for more of their work.
RedFisher
With ListenBook, I can listen to my favorite audiobooks and speeches with the utmost comfort and convenience. This app's compatibility with different devices ensures that I can enjoy my audiobooks anywhere, anytime. π§ Finally, an app that understands my need for convenience and ease of use! Audiobooks have never been this accessible. ππ± I love the ability to change the playback speed. Itβs perfect for my needs.
Murmur
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Darkside Isis
Being able to customize the listening duration is perfect for quick breaks. Not the best audiobook I've heard but far from the worst. The production quality was good and there were no major issues with the narration.
ManBreaker
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Shooter
ListenBook's library organization and Book Groups feature make it easy to keep my audiobooks organized and accessible. ListenBook's loop and shuffle playback features have become indispensable tools in my audiobook learning.
Queen Bee
This app is my secret weapon for making the most of my free time. Audiobooks on this app have made studying and learning a more enjoyable process. Audiobook enthusiasts, rejoice! This app's elegant design and robust functionality make it a must-have for anyone who loves to listen on the go. π§π± ListenBook's sharing options make it easy for me to connect with fellow audiobook enthusiasts.
Mr. Alien
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Bad Bond
User-friendly brilliance! This app's functionality enhances my audiobook experience. Audiobook multitasking simplified β this app's functionality is truly commendable. Audiobooks at my fingertips β this app's functionality is a game-changer. Sharing audiobooks through AirDrop is a delightful way to share the joy of storytelling with friends and family. It fosters connections and conversations. 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.
Devil Blade
I appreciate how ListenBook offers various methods for downloading audio β it caters to different preferences. Packed with useful features. ListenBook is my favorite audiobook app.
SubWoof330
ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature enhances the audio quality to an impressive degree. The app is very intuitive. ListenBook makes finding and playing audiobooks simple. This served its purpose as background listening while I worked. I probably missed some details but the narrator's voice was pleasant enough.
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