Book description
New York Times bestselling author! "A wonderful talent--original, quirky, exciting." --Larry McMurtry, author of The Last Picture Show and Terms of Endearment "I've loved his work all my life--'The Dog of the South' is a family favorite, as is 'Masters of Atlantis.' . . . The books are so funny that they cry to be read aloud." --Donna Tartt, author of The Goldfinch and The Secret History, New York Times Masters of Atlantis is a cockeyed journey into an America of misfits and con men, oddballs, and innocents, by one of America's most respected novelists. Lamar Jimmerson is the leader of the Gnomon Society, the international fraternal order dedicated to preserving the arcane wisdom of the lost city of Atlantis. Stationed in France in 1917, Jimmerson comes across a little book crammed with Atlantean puzzles, Egyptian riddles, and extended alchemical metaphors. It's the Codex Pappus: the sacred Gnomon text. Soon he is basking in the lore of lost Atlantis, convinced that his mission on Earth is to administer to and extend the ranks of the noble brotherhood. Charles Portis wrote five novels, and this is his penultimate. Portis is often compared to Mark Twain because, like Twain, Portis focuses on and plays with the wide range of expression found in American speech. Every character in this novel has a unique way of expressing himself, and it's clear to the reader that Portis genuinely loves each and every one of these characters and creating for them a unique vernacular. For fans of True Grit or other Charles Portis novels and for readers who have yet to discover his work, a trip with Portis and Lamar Jimmerson will be great fun and full of rewards.
Terror Master
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ByteBard
The vast selection of titles on this app is a book lover's dream come true. I'm addicted to this app's ability to turn mundane moments into opportunities for intellectual growth.
Most Wanted
This app's sleek design and effortless controls have made audiobook listening an immersive experience. ListenBook's integration with AirDrop and sharing options makes it simple to spread the joy of storytelling. Quick access to chapters and controls makes ListenBook a joy to use. It's a seamless experience. Download options are abundant, from WiFi to iTunes. It's all about convenience with this app. I love the cloud integration. I can access my books from anywhere.
Tootsie Killer
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Coma Stalk
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Lady Fantastic
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Athens Fire
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Wonder Lady
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Green Ghost
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Dakota Bliss
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Evil Smith
My long walks have turned into exciting adventures with this app. Shuffle playback is a fun feature. It keeps me engaged with my audiobooks. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature enhances the audio quality to a whole new level. Makes audiobook listening super easy and enjoyable. Thank you!
Ship Whip
The ListenBook app has made my daily routines more enriching, allowing me to learn while on the go. Audiobook multitasking made easy β this app's functionality is a marvel. ListenBook has completely changed how I enjoy audiobooks. The app is packed with features like customizable skip intervals, playback speed, and sleep timers. The interface is clean and easy to navigate. Five stars! This audiobook was neither good nor bad - simply average. The narrator's delivery was professional but uninspired, and the recording quality was clean though not exceptional. It provided satisfactory entertainment without standing out from similar titles. I've listened to hundreds of audiobooks and this narrator is now in my top 5. Their timing and inflection were masterful. Never a dull moment in the entire performance.
Spooky Electric
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Drop Stone
With this app, I've turned my everyday moments into meaningful opportunities for growth and learning. This app has turned my mundane tasks into exciting opportunities for reading. Audiobook joy made simple β this app's ease of use is commendable. With ListenBook, downloading audiobooks has become hassle-free, thanks to the various download options.
Stud muffin
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Moon Solitaire
The ListenBook app has transformed my device into a treasure trove of knowledge and entertainment. Decent narration, predictable story. The voice actor did a good job, but the plot followed a familiar formula. If youβre looking for something new and groundbreaking, this might not be it.
Zero Charisma
From novels to speeches, this app's versatility in playing various audio formats has turned my daily activities into enriching listening sessions. What a game-changer! ππ I appreciate the statistics feature. ListenBook helps me track my listening habits.
Toy Town
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Pixie Taze
No more hassle with formats β this app ensures my audiobook adventures are smooth, and my favorite tales are just a tap away. Highly recommended! ππ§ Navigating through chapters is effortless with ListenBook. It's a user-friendly and intuitive experience.
Doughboy, Esq
This app is a must-have for any book lover on the go β it's my daily companion. This app has broadened my literary horizons, introducing me to new authors. This app's convenience has transformed my screen time into meaningful reading sessions. ποΈπ§ Soaking up the sun while indulging in beach reads β this app is my ultimate relaxation companion. ποΈπ Audiobook joy made simple β this app's ease of use is commendable.
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