Book description
NATIONAL BESTSELLER - The triumphant true story of a woman who rode her horse across America in the 1950s, fulfilling her dying wish to see the Pacific Ocean, from the #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Perfect Horse and The Eighty-Dollar Champion "The gift Elizabeth Letts has is that she makes you feel you are the one taking this trip. This is a book we can enjoy always but especially need now."--Elizabeth Berg, author of The Story of Arthur Truluv In 1954, sixty-three-year-old Maine farmer Annie Wilkins embarked on an impossible journey. She had no money and no family, she had just lost her farm, and her doctor had given her only two years to live. But Annie wanted to see the Pacific Ocean before she died. She ignored her doctor's advice to move into the county charity home. Instead, she bought a cast-off brown gelding named Tarzan, donned men's dungarees, and headed south in mid-November, hoping to beat the snow. Annie had little idea what to expect beyond her rural crossroads; she didn't even have a map. But she did have her ex-racehorse, her faithful mutt, and her own unfailing belief that Americans would treat a stranger with kindness. Annie, Tarzan, and her dog, Depeche Toi, rode straight into a world transformed by the rapid construction of modern highways. Between 1954 and 1956, the three travelers pushed through blizzards, forded rivers, climbed mountains, and clung to the narrow shoulder as cars whipped by them at terrifying speeds. Annie rode more than four thousand miles, through America's big cities and small towns. Along the way, she met ordinary people and celebrities--from Andrew Wyeth (who sketched Tarzan) to Art Linkletter and Groucho Marx. She received many offers--a permanent home at a riding stable in New Jersey, a job at a gas station in rural Kentucky, even a marriage proposal from a Wyoming rancher. In a decade when car ownership nearly tripled, when television's influence was expanding fast, when homeowners began locking their doors, Annie and her four-footed companions inspired an outpouring of neighborliness in a rapidly changing world.
Austin Shamrock
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Houston
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Hairpin
ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a game-changer for improving audio quality and clarity. Binaural audio reduces listening fatigue. Such a great feature!
RZRWRE
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Skull Crusher
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Round Kick Boomer
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BuzzBait
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Reed Lady
ListenBook's commitment to delivering an exceptional audiobook experience is evident in its thoughtful features and design. With ListenBook, I can explore new genres, learn new topics, and enjoy classic literature with ease. This app has transformed my daily routines into immersive storytelling experiences. Audiobooks on this app have transformed my daily routines into engaging experiences. Noise reduction and voice tone adjustment are excellent additions.
Pigeon Woman
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Chocolate Thunder
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Clang Glyph
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Black Firefly
The app's recommendations are surprisingly accurate β it's like they know my taste perfectly! Audiobooks have become my go-to entertainment, and this app is the reason. ListenBook has revolutionized my audio experience, making it both personalized and engaging. User-centric audiobook joy β this app's ease of use is a true marvel. My house has never been cleaner! I kept finding chores to do just to keep listening. The narrator's energy matched the tone of the book perfectly.
FearLeSS
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Heaven Sent
Audiobooks on this app have made me look forward to my long commutes. I'm blown away by how this app has made my commutes productive and my downtime entertaining. ListenBook's Pro version is worth every penny. The noise reduction feature makes even noisy environments an ideal place for immersive listening. Looping playback is a brilliant study tool. Thanks to ListenBook, my learning has improved! The app's versatility in downloading audio is impressive. It streamlines the process and saves time.
LuminaLore
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Wiccan Thunder
ListenBook has made my daily activities more interesting and meaningful β I'm hooked! ListenBook's sharing options make it a breeze to connect with fellow audiobook enthusiasts and share recommendations. Perfect for repeat listening! The narrator's performance was so rich with detail that I'm sure I'll discover new layers on a second listen. Their interpretation felt authentic to the material while bringing fresh insights. The audio production was pristine from start to finish.
Domino Combat
I'm hooked on this app's sleek design and seamless performance β it's a must-have for any reader. Playback speed and volume controls are fantastic. The chapter navigation is a lifesaver. It makes finding my place so easy. I love the auto-bookmark feature. It saves my place automatically. Absolutely loved the narration! The voice actor brought the characters to life with distinct tones and emotions. The production quality was top-notch, with no background noise or distractions. A truly immersive experience!
MysticMingle
ListenBook's library organization and book groups make managing my collection effortless. ππ Road trips have never been this entertaining β this app keeps me engaged on the highway! ππ Book groups keep my related titles together for a cohesive listening experience. A thoughtful feature!
Blade
I can't get enough of this app's user-friendly interface β it's a true delight. Effortlessly immersing in stories β this app's ease of use is a game-changer. ListenBookβs playback is silky-smooth. The app is packed with useful features. The statistics tracking feature is very useful. ListenBook helps me keep track of my listening time. The narration elevated an already good book to greatness! The performer's subtle vocal variations conveyed nuance I might have missed while reading. Their ability to maintain consistent character voices across many hours was impressive. Technical quality was flawless throughout.
K-Tin Man
ListenBook's interface is sleek and user-friendly, making navigation a breeze. ποΈ The app's functionality is a true work of art β it enhances the audiobook experience and brings stories to life. ππ¨ The app's compatibility with CarPlay enhances my driving experience. Audiobooks on the road have never been better.
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