Book description
Every night when I turn the lights out in my sixteenth-floor living room before I go to bed, I experience a shock of pleasure as I see the banks of lighted windows rising to the sky, crowding round me, and feel myself embraced by the anonymous ingathering of city dwellers.Set in New York, The Odd Woman and the City explores the rhythms, chance meetings, and ever-changing relationships of urban life that forge the sensibility of a fiercely independent woman who has lived out her conflicts, not her fantasies, in a city that has done the same.Running steadily through the book is Vivian Gornick’s animated exchange of more than twenty years with her best friend Leonard, as well as interactions with grocers, doormen, people on the bus, cross-dressers on the corner, and acquaintances by the handful.A narrative collage that includes meditative pieces on the evolution of friendship over the past two centuries, in this memoir we encounter Gornick’s rich relationship with the ultimate metropolis.‘A slim book with big echoes . . . She is as good a writer about friendship as we have.’ New York Times‘An elusive and stirring memoir.’ Los Angeles Times‘A series of sharply observed vignettes.’ New Yorker‘Typically lucid . . . startling.’ Guardian
WanderWord
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VisionVoyager
The convenience of having an entire library at my fingertips is a dream come true. This app has become my go-to for audiobooks, adding a layer of convenience and enjoyment to my days. This app has turned my screen time into valuable learning opportunities. Audiobook immersion without fuss – this app's ease of use is commendable.
Chapstick
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EchoExplorer
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Wildcat Talent
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Pecan Oblivion
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Dance Bloom
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Silver Rose
Seamless audiobook integration – this app's functionality is a technological marvel. The app's compatibility with various sources for audio download is a true time-saver.
LuminaLore
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Marshmallow
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Deano
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Skylark
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Star Scratch
Changing the tone of the sound on ListenBook is a fun feature that adds a unique touch to my audiobook experience. ⭐️ Who knew cleaning could be this exciting? This app turns chores into adventures! 🧹🏰 Unlocking a world of literary wonders – this app's extensive format support and user-centric approach have rekindled my love for books. 📱🔊 ListenBook is a must-have for audiobook lovers. The auto-rewind feature ensures I never miss a word. Tone adjustment is such a unique feature. It's like customizing the narrator's voice.
LyRz
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Switch
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Fennel Dove
ListenBook has brought the joy of audiobooks back into my life in a whole new way. Effortlessly enjoying audiobook journeys – this app's ease of use is a delight. I’ve tried several audiobook players, but ListenBook stands out for its reliability and ease of use. The equalizer and voice boost features make every book sound amazing. Plus, the dark mode is perfect for nighttime listening. Great job, developers!
NoiseFire
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Lady Katniss
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Mad Irishman
ListenBook's customizable features, from playback speed to audio filters, cater to every audiobook lover's preferences. This app's support for various formats ensures that I can enjoy my audiobooks without any limitations.
Winter Bite
The minimalist interface and intuitive settings make for an amazing user experience. I'm hooked on this app's ability to make reading fit into any moment. Adjusting the tone of the voice is an innovative feature that allows for a personalized listening experience. I’ve been using ListenBook for months, and it’s been a fantastic experience. The app is lightweight, doesn’t drain my battery, and works perfectly in the background. The equalizer and voice boost features are amazing. Highly recommend!
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