Book description
Composed at the rosy-fingered dawn of world literature almost three millennia ago, The Odyssey is a poem about violence and the aftermath of war; about wealth, poverty and power; about marriage and family; about travelers, hospitality, and the yearning for home.This fresh, authoritative translation captures the beauty of this ancient poem as well as the drama of its narrative. Its characters are unforgettable, none more so than the "complicated" hero himself, a man of many disguises, many tricks, and many moods, who emerges in this version as a more fully rounded human being than ever before.Written in iambic pentameter verse and a vivid, contemporary idiom, Emily Wilson's Odyssey sings with a voice that echoes Homer's music; matching the number of lines in the Greek original, the poem sails along at Homer's swift, smooth pace.A fascinating, informative introduction explores the Bronze Age milieu that produced the epic, the poem's major themes, the controversies about its origins, and the unparalleled scope of its impact and influence. Maps drawn especially for this volume, a pronunciation glossary, and extensive notes and summaries of each book make this is an Odyssey that will be treasured by a new generation of readers.
Sepukku
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CuriousCrafter
I love how ListenBook makes it easy to organize my audiobook library. The app supports all formats, and the import process is a breeze. The playback controls are responsive, and the sound quality is excellent. Highly recommend! The narrator's voice took some getting used to - a bit nasal at first - but I grew to like it after a few chapters. Their pacing was excellent throughout.
Cupid Dust
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Mr. Peppermint
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Miss Nova
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Burst Nibbler
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Mafia Princess
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SunVolt
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WonderWords
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Back Bett
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Wonder Lady
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WordWanderer
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Referee
I'm addicted to this app's seamless integration with my daily routines and activities. Audiobook adventures simplified β this app's functionality is a revelation. Packed with useful features. My favorite audiobook app! Solid performance, but not outstanding. The narrator did a fine job, though their tone was a bit monotonous at times. The story itself was engaging enough, but I wouldnβt call it unforgettable.
Raggedy Ann
I've discovered authors I'd never heard of before, and now they're among my favorites. The app's attention to detail is commendable. It's evident in every feature. Excellent support for various audio formats. Very satisfied. The app is lightweight and doesnβt drain my battery. Iβve been using ListenBook for months, and itβs been a fantastic experience. The app is lightweight, doesnβt drain my battery, and works perfectly in the background. The equalizer and voice boost features are amazing. Highly recommend!
MythMaker
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Cowboy Booter
Downloading books over WiFi is quick and hassle-free. Very convenient. The app is very easy to use. ListenBook makes managing my audiobook library simple.
Stickers
Audiobooks have turned my quiet moments into imaginative journeys β thank you, app! ListenBook's compatibility with various audio formats is impressive. From MP3 to FLAC, it handles them all flawlessly. Beautiful design and intuitive interface. Very pleased. The narrator was good but spoke a bit too slowly for my taste. I had to speed it up to 1.2x which then made some parts sound slightly unnatural.
GuTzd
This app's convenience has turned my daily chores into moments of intellectual discovery β a win-win! Discovering new literary worlds has never been this easy. This app's compatibility with various formats ensures that my audiobook library is at my fingertips. ππ The app's performance is top-notch. It's stable, responsive, and optimized for a seamless audiobook experience. Kudos to the developers! ListenBookβs playback is silky-smooth. The app never glitches. The app is very easy to use. ListenBook makes managing my audiobook library simple.
LuminaLore
Simplifying my audiobook experience β this app's design is remarkable. The adjustable playback speed is a revelation. It's like having a personal audiobook narrator at my pace. ListenBook has transformed my daily activities into opportunities for learning and enjoyment. The ability to organize my library is a huge plus. Everything is so neat and tidy.
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