Book description
The Incredulity of Father Brown is a 1926 collection of mystery short stories by English writer G. K. Chesterton.Set in the early twentieth century, each of the stories centers around the cunning investigations of Father Brown, an amateur detective who uses his incredible intuition to solve a variety of perplexing mysteries.The stories include:- 'The Resurrection of Father Brown' - 'The Arrow of Heaven' - 'The Oracle of the Dog' - 'The Miracle of Moon Crescent' - 'The Curse of the Golden Cross' - 'The Dagger with Wings' - 'The Doom of the Darnaways' - 'The Ghost of Gideon Wise' Gilbert Keith Chesterton (1874-1936) was an English philosopher, theologian, writer, and critic. Born in London in 1874, he studied at the Slade School of Art and began to work as a freelance journalist after graduation. Over the course of his life, his literary output was incredibly diverse and highly prolific, ranging from philosophy and ontology to art criticism and detective fiction. However, he is probably best-remembered for his Christian apologetics, most notably in Orthodoxy (1908) and The Everlasting Man (1925).Read & Co. Classics is proudly republishing this classic work now in a new edition complete with a specially-commissioned new biography of the author.
Hidden Tree
The attention to detail is commendable. Artwork and metadata are sorted automatically. ListenBook’s support for CarPlay is great. I can listen to audiobooks in my car easily. The app’s design is sleek and modern. ListenBook is my favorite audiobook player. The app supports background playback, which is a must for me.
Kimono Goddess
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Instant Star
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Devine Melon
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Sweetness
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ForumFlare
The 'Continue Listening' feature ensures I never lose my place, no matter where I am. This app's sleek design and intuitive features make it my trusted partner in exploring new narratives. The tone adjustment feature in ListenBook Pro is a novel addition that allows me to personalize my audiobook experience. Chapters make it so easy to pick up where I left off. No more hunting around. The app is so well-designed. It’s clear the developers put a lot of thought into it.
Spontan8ty
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Eye Devil
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Shy Warrior
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Flakes
No more fighting over the radio during family trips – we're all hooked on audiobooks now. Finally, an app that turns my daily commute into an adventure through literature. I love the auto-rewind feature. It’s great for when I zone out. Solid performance overall though some character voices sounded too similar. I occasionally got confused about who was speaking in dialogue-heavy scenes.
Risen
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Jack Cassidy
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Pusher
ListenBook is my go-to companion for immersive audiobook experiences. The ease of use and extensive format support make it a must-have! ListenBook's support for playlists in the CUE format makes organizing and enjoying audiobook series a delightful experience. Looping playback is a study tool that I can't live without. It helps me master challenging content.
Ex0tic
ListenBook's versatile controls and playback options have made my study sessions more productive and enjoyable. I can't imagine my life without this app – it's my daily dose of literary magic. With ListenBook, my audio content is organized, accessible, and ready to inspire me. 👩🍳 Cooking up a storm while enjoying thrilling stories – this app adds flavor to my meals! 🍳🎧 Supports all my playlists and bookmarks seamlessly. Very convenient.
Sick Saurus
Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a great way to spread the joy of reading. I’ve been using ListenBook for months, and it’s been a fantastic experience. The app is lightweight, doesn’t drain my battery, and works perfectly in the background. The equalizer and voice boost features are amazing. Highly recommend!
Petite Flurry
Audiobooks have never been this engaging – this app takes them to the next level. This app has turned my screen time into valuable learning opportunities. ListenBook's integration with CarPlay and Apple Watch is a seamless addition to my daily routine.
Guillotine Trigger
Audiobooks on this app have expanded my horizons and introduced me to new ideas. 👩🍳 Elevating culinary experiences with auditory tales – cooking has never been this entertaining and educational! 🍳🎧 It was fine. The narrator did an adequate job but nothing about the performance particularly stood out to me. Got me through my commute though.
Sloth
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Bleach
ListenBook's clean interface and organized layout make it a pleasure to browse through my audiobooks. I'm amazed at how this app's features cater to audiobook enthusiasts' every need. Download via WiFi, WebDAV, iTunes – options galore to suit everyone's preferences. The auto-rewind feature is a small detail that enhances my listening experience. It's these thoughtful touches that matter! The app’s design is sleek and modern. ListenBook is my favorite audiobook player.
Pink Hopper
📱 An app that truly understands audiobook enthusiasts – it's all about functionality, and this app nails it! 📚💡 Apple Watch compatibility adds a new level of convenience to my audiobook enjoyment. It's seamless control at my wrist.
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