Book description
See inside the gardens where literary giants from Tolstoy to Agatha Christie created some of their finest works in this visually stunning and fascinating book. Discover the flower gardens, vegetable plots, landscapes and writing hideaways of 30 great authors - from Louisa May Alcott's 'Orchard House' where she wrote Little Women and Agatha Christie at Greenway, to Virginia Woolf at Monk's House and the Massachusetts home of Edith Wharton. Fully illustrated with specially commissioned photography plus archive images, and spanning centuries and continents, this book visits the homes and gardens that inspired novelists, poets and playwrights. It shows how outdoor spaces were important to writers in many different ways and offers insight into the lives and creative processes of beloved authors. Writers featured include: Jane Austen in Kent and Hampshire, Agatha Christie in Devon, Beatrix Potter in the Lake District, Thomas Hardy in Dorset, Walter Scott and Robert Burns in Scotland, William Wordsworth in Cumbria, Virginia Woolf and Rudyard Kipling in Sussex, Frances Hodgson Burnett in Kent, Jack London in California, Edward James in Mexico, Jean Cocteau and George Sand in France and Goethe in Germany. This deeply insightful book sheds new light on some of literature's greatest works, offers rare glimpses into the lives of these brilliant minds, and showcases in stunning full color the gardens in which these writers spent their time.
Slinger
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Captain Peroxide
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Wrangler Jim
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Killer Grenade
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Sleek Zelda
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B@d B0y
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RightN0w2
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Dez Bonbon
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Whistler
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Coldy
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Pigeon Woman
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Bad Beret
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Danqqqqq
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QuantumQuill
I'm addicted to this app's seamless performance and impressive library. π Bedtime stories for adults? Yes, please! This app is a dream come true. ππ Kudos to the developers for making this app iOS 16 optimized. It runs like a dream!
Houston Rocket
ListenBook Pro's tone adjustment feature is a unique touch that adds personalization to my audiobook journey. Finally, an app that handles all my audiobook formats effortlessly. ListenBook is a must-have!
WeldMaster
ListenBook's compatibility with various formats means I can now enjoy all my favorite audiobooks in one place. ListenBook's drag-and-drop download feature streamlines the process of adding new content to my library.
Contrary Mary
I love how this app seamlessly integrates into my busy schedule, making multitasking a breeze. π Rekindling my love for reading β this app makes each day a new adventure! ππ I can't believe how seamless the integration with Apple Watch is. My workouts just got better. Tone adjustment is a thoughtful addition that adds a personal touch to the audiobook narration. It's like having a narrator tailor their voice to my preferences. ListenBookβs design is sleek and modern. The app is a pleasure to use.
Kamikaze Granny
ListenBook's clean interface and organized layout make it a pleasure to browse through my audiobooks. I can't imagine my daily rituals without this app β it's a constant source of joy. π Who needs a dull commute when you can embark on literary journeys with this app? ππ ListenBook's extensive format support makes it the ultimate audiobook app for any audiobook lover.
High Beam
Simplifying my reading routine β this app's ease of use is remarkable. Effortlessly enjoying audiobook journeys β this app's ease of use is a winner. Adjusting the tone of the voice is genius. It's like having a customizable audiobook narrator.
Handsome
The app's layout is clean and intuitive, making it a pleasure to navigate. I've become a more empathetic listener and reader, thanks to the power of audiobooks. ListenBook's support for a wide range of formats means I can listen to all my favorite content without worries. The compatibility with Apple Watch is a game-changer. Controlling my audiobooks from my wrist is genius. The noise reduction feature is a game-changer for clearer dictaphone recordings.
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