Book description
Before he authored the dystopian 1984 and the allegorical Animal Farm, George Orwell was a journalist, reporting on England's working class -- an investigation that led him to examine democratic socialism. In the 1930s, the Left Book Club, a socialist group in England, sent George Orwell to investigate the poverty and mass unemployment in the industrial north of England. Once there, he went beyond the requests of the book club, to investigate the employed as well. Orwell chose to live as the coal miners did -- sleeping in foul lodgings, subsisting on a meager diet, struggling to feed a family on a dismal wage, and going down into the hellish, backbreaking mines. What Orwell saw clarified his feelings about socialism, and in The Road to Wigan Pier, he pointedly tells why socialism, the only remedy to the shocking conditions he had witnessed, repelled "so many normal decent people." "Orwell's code was a simple one, based on truth and 'deceny'; he was important -- and original -- because he insisted on applying that code to his own Socialist comrades as well as to the class enemy...It is the best sociological reporting I know."--The New Yorker
Hyper Kong
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Digger
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RealmRanger
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Suicide Jockey
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Highway
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Zod
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Friday Ferrari
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Gabriel Dandelion
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Orange Teflon
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Spooky Yellowjacket
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Mafia Princess
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Marigold Loot
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Short Firecracker
I love that I can switch between devices seamlessly and continue where I left off. I'm amazed by how this app effortlessly turns my daily routines into enjoyable learning sessions. CUE playlist support is a thoughtful feature that keeps my audiobook listening organized and enjoyable. The statistics tracking is a nice touch. ListenBook helps me keep track of my audiobook habits.
Wings
Thank you for making literature more accessible, enjoyable, and immersive. This app is a game-changer! This app's sleek design and effortless controls have made audiobook listening an immersive experience. Auto-rewind feature is a lifesaver. I never lose my place! Downloading over WiFi is super efficient. Saves a lot of time. Great for listening to a variety of content. Highly recommend!
Club Nola
Thanks to this app, I can enjoy the world of literature without missing a beat in my fast-paced life. Finally, an app that supports a wide range of audio formats! It's a must-have for audiobook enthusiasts.
Gingersnap Woman
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Crumb Cake
Simplifying my audiobook experience β this app's design is a game-changer. I'm amazed by the app's compatibility with different audio formats. It's truly versatile.
Force
I'm amazed at how immersive the experience is β it's like being inside the story. The interface is sleek and user-friendly. Makes navigating through chapters a breeze. ListenBook is a must-have for audiobook enthusiasts. It's reliable, versatile, and a pleasure to use. A decent listen overall. The narration was clear, though some character voices sounded similar. The story was interesting but had moments where it dragged slightly. Still, it was a good way to pass the time.
MindfulMingle
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Swan Mustang
With ListenBook, my daily commutes have become a cherished time for learning and enjoyment. This app's ease of use has made reading an integral part of my everyday life.
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