Book description
Henrik Ibsen (20th March, 1828 - 23rd May, 1906) is often referred to as the father of realism and ranked just below Shakespeare as Europe's greatest ever playwright especially as his plays are performed most frequently throughout the world after Shakespeare's. However, according to Russia's leading newspaper, Pravda, the most performed single play in the world is Ibsen's A Doll's House. He was not Russian but actually Norwegian and although set his plays in Norway, he wrote them in Danish and lived mot of his professional life in Italy and Germany. His affect on the theatre is still evident today and shapes the distinction of plays being art as opposed to entertainment since he broke down all previous traditions and explored issues, developed characterisation, revealed uncomfortable truths, challenged assumptions and brokedown facades in ourselves as well as society. These factors, together with a slight psychological introspection, are clearly demonstrated in A Doll's House which strives to portray life accurately and shuns the usual idealised visions of it that had thus far been on stages throughout the world. The play highlights Ibsen's wish for women to have greater rights as the central protagonist is a woman who although leads a privileged life with an adoring husband, beautiful children and everything a woman of station might want, has, a past secret which unravels her precise calibrated life. This play was written in prose and should be read as such whether it be before or after seeing a performance as it is a true masterpiece.
Prone
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Tootsie Killer
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Voodoo Cyclone
ListenBook's user-friendly design and compatibility with different formats have made it my go-to app. ListenBook's drag-and-drop download feature from web browsers is incredibly convenient. Downloading audiobooks has never been this easy. This served its purpose as background listening while I worked. I probably missed some details but the narrator's voice was pleasant enough.
Demo
I can't thank the developers enough for constantly updating and improving the app. I'm amazed at how this app has made reading fit into every aspect of my life. Library organization and book groups make managing my audiobook collection a breeze. AirDrop sharing makes it easy to share audiobooks with friends. Good but not great. The narration was competent but lacked the extra spark that makes some audiobooks truly special. Still worth a listen though.
Versace-Cat
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Glyph
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RiddleRover
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Bat Magenta
ListenBook's beautiful layout and quick access to chapters make navigation effortless. Changing the tone of the sound on ListenBook Pro adds a personalized touch to my audiobook experience. ListenBook's seamless integration with CarPlay has made my drives more informative. The chapter navigation is a lifesaver. It makes finding my place so easy.
Pink Stream
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Cabbie
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Ember Master
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Hen Skittle
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New York Winder
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Congo Wire
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Wheels
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Spunky Chick
Changing the tone of the sound on ListenBook is a fun feature that adds a unique touch to my audiobook experience. ListenBook's customizable features, from playback speed to audio filters, cater to every audiobook lover's preferences. This app has made long flights and road trips so much more enjoyable. Effortlessly enjoying audiobook journeys – this app's ease of use is a winner. ListenBook has become my gateway to new worlds, allowing me to explore stories, ideas, and knowledge.
Club Nola
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Lady Pomegranate
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DreamDasher
I've fallen in love with genres I never thought I'd explore, all thanks to this app. This app is my travel companion – making long journeys enjoyable and insightful. Audiobooks have become a staple in my routine, all thanks to this app's seamless integration and user-friendly design. It's a must-have for any book lover. 📖📱 ListenBook has become my ultimate audiobook companion. It enhances every listening session. The app's integration with CarPlay enhances my road trips with immersive audiobook journeys.
Marine Dre
Easy access to chapters and silky-smooth playback. Love it! I love the chapter navigation feature. ListenBook makes it easy to find specific sections.
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