Book description
"Dazzling...An intimate, closely observed family portrait."--The New York Times "Hugely appealing."--People Magazine "An exquisitely detailed family saga."--Entertainment Weekly Meet the Ganguli family, new arrivals from Calcutta, trying their best to become Americans even as they pine for home. The name they bestow on their firstborn, Gogol, betrays all the conflicts of honoring tradition in a new world--conflicts that will haunt Gogol on his own winding path through divided loyalties, comic detours, and wrenching love affairs. InThe Namesake, the Pulitzer Prize winner Jhumpa Lahiri brilliantly illuminates the immigrant experience and the tangled ties between generations.
An incisive portrait of the immigrant experience follows the Ganguli family from their traditional life in India through their arrival in Massachusetts in the late 1960s and their difficult melding into an American way of life, in a debut novel that spans three decades, two continents, and two generations. By the Pulitzer Prize-winning author of Interpreter of Maladies. Reprint.
Dance Cannon
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Silver Cup
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Shadow Bishop
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Stacker of Wheat
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Cuff Queen
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TrixiePhany
ListenBook's support for various download methods means I can acquire new content in a way that suits me best. Audiobooks on this app have transformed my daily routines into engaging experiences. 💼 Making work hours fly by with captivating stories – a true work-life balance! 💻📖 Audiobook enthusiasts, rejoice! This app's design focuses on seamless interaction.
Snow Pharaoh
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Marigold Loot
With this app, I can switch seamlessly between my iPhone and iPad, making my reading experience continuous. Drag and drop downloads are so convenient. No more messing around with complicated steps.
Sloth
This app's simplicity has made me fall in love with books all over again. Effortlessly switching between stories – this app's ease of use is impressive. I can't get enough of the binaural audio processing. It's like a breath of fresh air for my ears. Noise reduction and tone changing enhance the listening experience. Love it! 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.
Dark Burn
The ability to highlight passages and take notes while listening is a fantastic feature. User-centric audiobook joy – this app's ease of use is a true marvel. Tone adjustment is such a unique feature. It's like customizing the narrator's voice. Tone adjustment is a thoughtful addition that adds a personal touch to the audiobook narration. It's like having a narrator tailor their voice to my preferences.
Rusty Vortex
This app isn't just a tool, it's a wellspring of inspiration and positive vibes. I'm amazed at this app's ability to transport me to different worlds through stories.
Queen Bee
Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop and Sharing on ListenBook is a fantastic way to spread the joy of listening. 📱 Turning my phone into a portal of endless stories – this app is pure magic! 📚✨ ⭐️ This app's functionality is a symphony of efficiency – I'm savoring stories with ease, even on the busiest days. 🎶📖 Adjusting the tone of the voice is genius. It's like having a customizable audiobook narrator.
High Deck
ListenBook has revolutionized my audiobook experience. It's my go-to app for literary adventures. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature has significantly improved the audio quality of my recordings.
Washer
I can't get enough of the celebrity narrators – they add a unique charm to each book. With this app, I can dive into captivating narratives while cooking, cleaning, or commuting – pure magic! With this app, I've turned my daily commutes into exciting journeys through the world of literature. The app is so versatile. It works with all my devices.
SpellTansy
ListenBook's dedication to enhancing the audiobook experience has made it my preferred app for listening to content on the go. ListenBook has completely changed my audiobook experience – it's like having a personal audio library. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop and Sharing on ListenBook Pro is a fantastic way to spread the joy. This audiobook made my workouts fly by! The engaging narration kept me motivated to keep listening, which meant longer gym sessions. The narrator's energy matched the material perfectly - upbeat when needed, somber when appropriate. A great example of how narration can enhance text.
Corny
Audiobook multitasking made simple – this app's design is a game-changer. Navigating through chapters is a breeze. I can easily jump to the parts I want to listen to. ListenBook has become an essential part of my daily routine. It's like having a library on my phone!
Noh Noh
I've never been so excited about my daily commute – thanks to this app. Noise reduction on ListenBook Pro is impressive. My recordings sound crystal clear. Great for listening to a variety of content. Highly recommend!
AirportHobo XD
⭐️ A round of applause for an app that prioritizes functionality – I can seamlessly switch between audiobooks and other tasks. 👏🎧 Every moment is a chance to dive into a new adventure with this app. Its smart controls and comprehensive format support ensure that my audiobook journey is a seamless one. 🌌🎧
RiddleRover
Finally, a way to enjoy literature on the go without straining my eyes. ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch, combined with its chapters, controls, and filters, make it the ultimate audiobook app! This audiobook transformed my household chores into enjoyable moments! The narrator's lively yet measured delivery kept me engaged throughout. I particularly appreciated how they handled exposition - making potentially dry information interesting through thoughtful inflection and pacing.
Knuckles
ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a blessing for enjoying clear audio in any environment. 💡 Seamlessly weaving audiobooks into my daily routine – this app's functionality has redefined how I enjoy books. 📱📖 Listening stats motivate me to read more. Great feature! Not bad, but not amazing either. The narrator’s voice was pleasant, though some parts felt a bit rushed. The story had its moments, but I wouldn’t necessarily recommend it over similar titles in the genre.
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