Book description
From Carolyn Turgeon, editor in chief of Enchanted Living and author of The Faerie Handbook and The Mermaid Handbook, comes this exquisitely illustrated and beautifully designed lifestyle compendium, a complete guide to the world of unicorns covering fashion and beauty; arts and culture; and home, food, and entertaining with step-by-step crafts and recipes.Strong, regal, and dazzling, there is no more romantic a creature in both folklore and pop culture than the majestic unicorn. Known for its preference for solitary living in the depths of enchanted and perfumed forests, the unicorn will only occasionally reveal itself to virginal ladies and/or save the day with its magical horn, which is said to neutralize poison when dipped into food or drink.In medieval times, unicorns were a symbol of chivalry and aristocracy, so it’s no surprise that they became the ideal companion for gallant knights, and eventually, the symbol of Jesus in many illuminated bestiaries. They also came to represent unknown danger in the ancient city of Persepolis in 515 BCE, a belief immortalized on the British coat of arms with the unicorn shown as the mighty lion’s fiercest opponent. This feud also appears in a traditional English nursery that was the origin of the quarrel between The Lion and the Unicorn in Lewis Carroll’s Through the Looking-Glass. It wasn’t long before a piece of the unicorn’s mane, blood, and horn became hot commodity in man’s pursuit for immortality. Today, unicorns can be found in modern tales like Harry Potter, television shows like My Little Pony, colorful Lisa Frank-inspired fashion and makeup trends, and must-have food crazes like the Unicorn Frappuccino and bagels. Divided into four sections: flora and fauna; fashion and beauty; arts and culture; home, food, and entertaining—The Unicorn Handbook is the ultimate compilation and guidebook filled with step-by-step projects and recipes throughout. Learn how to make your very own unicorn tail loop braid or unicorn dust for that extra sparkle in your life. There are recipes to make a plum cake straight from the world of Alice in Wonderland and tips on how to throw the most unique garden party ever (complete with instructions on how to make unicorn horn table favors and utensils). And there’s also an exclusive interview with Peter S. Beagle, the author of the classic tale The Last Unicorn.
Sapiens
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MeeP
Integration with Apple CarPlay has made long road trips so much more enjoyable. This app has introduced me to authors I'd never heard of – now they're my favorites! With ListenBook, I can explore new genres, learn new topics, and enjoy classic literature with ease. ListenBook’s interface is clean and intuitive. It’s a joy to use. A functional audiobook. It kept me entertained, but I wasn’t blown away. The narrator’s performance was competent, though some emotional scenes fell a bit flat.
Frosty Squid
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Greek Rifle
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The China Wall
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Feral Cookie
Adjusting the tone of the voice is a game-changer. It's like customizing my listening experience. Supports artwork and metadata perfectly. My library looks great!
SunnySnap
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Evil Smith
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Twisty Freesia
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Twinkle Cocoa
I've been able to explore different cultures and perspectives through a diverse range of books. This app is a treasure trove of knowledge, entertainment, and imagination. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a blessing for clear and distraction-free listening.
Mosquit-No
Changing the tone of the sound on ListenBook Pro is a fun way to customize my listening experience. With this app, my daily routines have become moments of intellectual discovery and personal fulfillment. A functional audiobook production that met basic requirements. The narrator's voice was pleasant enough to listen to for extended periods, though their performance didn't add much interpretation to the text. The audio engineering was competent without being remarkable.
Blue Despair
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Lskeee
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Terror Master
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Miss Rum Punch
Thanks to this app, I can enjoy the world of literature without missing a beat in my fast-paced life. I can't imagine my life without this app – it's my daily dose of literature. Streamlined audiobook integration – this app's usability is impressive. No more fussing with synchronization – this app just gets it done! Automatic artwork and metadata retrieval is a time-saver. My library looks fantastic.
Freeze Queen
Thanks to this app, listening to audiobooks has become a delightful habit. Changing the tone of the sound on ListenBook Pro adds a personal touch to my experience. I'm impressed with the wide range of supported formats. Finally, an app that plays all my audiobooks flawlessly. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction ensures that my listening experience remains clear and enjoyable. This app is a must-have for anyone who loves audiobooks. The interface is intuitive, and the app supports all formats. I love the auto-bookmark feature—it saves my place automatically, so I never lose track. Highly recommend!
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Lord Nikon
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Call Back Queen
The seamless integration with my car's audio system is a road trip dream. This app's dedication to providing high-quality narration has made all the difference. I'm blown away by how this app has made my workouts more enjoyable and my mind more active. The detailed listening stats are fantastic. Helps me keep track of my progress.
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