Book description
"A true classic of world literature . . . A masterpiece that has inspired generations of writers in Nigeria, across Africa, and around the world." --Barack Obama "African literature is incomplete and unthinkable without the works of Chinua Achebe." --Toni Morrison Nominated as one of America's best-loved novels by PBS's The Great American Read Things Fall Apart is the first of three novels in Chinua Achebe's critically acclaimed African Trilogy. It is a classic narrative about Africa's cataclysmic encounter with Europe as it establishes a colonial presence on the continent. Told through the fictional experiences of Okonkwo, a wealthy and fearless Igbo warrior of Umuofia in the late 1800s, Things Fall Apart explores one man's futile resistance to the devaluing of his Igbo traditions by British political andreligious forces and his despair as his community capitulates to the powerful new order. With more than 20 million copies sold and translated into fifty-seven languages, Things Fall Apart provides one of the most illuminating and permanent monuments to African experience. Achebe does not only capture life in a pre-colonial African village, he conveys the tragedy of the loss of that world while broadening our understanding of our contemporary realities.
Mr. Lucky
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Sassy Muffin
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Hen Skittle
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Woo Woo
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White Snare
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RedMouth
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Tokyo Dream
Noise reduction and voice tone adjustment are excellent additions. The bookmark feature is fantastic. I can easily pick up where I left off.
CuriousCoder
The sound quality is outstanding β it's like having a movie theater in my ears! ListenBook Pro's tone adjustment feature is a playful addition that lets me tweak the audiobook experience. ListenBook Pro takes things up a notch with unlimited audiobook length. It's a game-changer! Unlimited audiobook length with ListenBook Pro is a game-changer.
Twine X
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Riff Raff
ListenBook's support for various download methods and audio formats ensures that I can always find what I'm looking for. I'm impressed by the extensive statistics feature, allowing me to track my audiobook consumption over time.
Whip Chu
π₯ Elevating my reading routine to new heights β this app is a real page-turner! ππ Great for listening to lectures and educational content. Very useful! 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. This was my first audiobook in this genre and I'm hooked! The performance brought the story to life in a way reading never could. Already downloaded another by the same narrator.
Breadmaker
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Fatsy Bear
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Z-Boy
ListenBook has made audiobook listening a personalized and enriching journey. ListenBook's attention to detail is commendable. Every aspect of the app is well-crafted. I love the auto-rewind feature. ListenBook always picks up right where I left off. The app is so reliable. Iβve never had any issues with it. The narrator's voice was so pleasant and easy to listen to. They had perfect pacing and made even the slower parts engaging. I found myself looking forward to my commute just to listen more!
Feline Devil
ListenBook's support for various download methods means I can acquire new content in a way that suits me best. This app's convenience and ease of use have transformed my screen time into productive learning sessions. ListenBook's loop and shuffle playback features have become indispensable tools in my audiobook learning. Supports all my playlists and bookmarks perfectly.
Baby Brown
Finally, an app that caters to audiobook enthusiasts like me. The diverse format support and user-friendly design are a game-changer. π±π The attention to detail is commendable. Artwork and metadata are sorted automatically. The app's versatility in downloading audio is impressive. It streamlines the process and saves time. Automatic extraction of artwork and metadata adds a professional touch to my library. Perfect for listening to educational content. Highly recommend!
Springheel Jack
The statistics feature on ListenBook helps me track my audiobook consumption β a fantastic way to measure my progress. I'm addicted to this app's seamless integration with my daily routines and activities. The app's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch is a huge plus. 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 featureβit saves my place automatically, so I never lose track. Highly recommend!
Green Scavenger
ποΈ Soaking up the sun with an audiobook by my side β beach days just got better! ποΈπ Automatic extraction of artwork and metadata adds a touch of elegance to my audiobook collection.
Gr8 Flick
This app has added a new layer of enjoyment to my downtime β I'm truly grateful. Mastering audiobook navigation β this app's ease of use is commendable. ListenBook's tone adjustment feature in the Pro version is a creative tool that adds a fun twist to my audiobook journey. The statistics tracking feature is a gem. I'm surprised by how much time I spend on audiobooks! Adjusting the tone of the narrator's voice adds a layer of personalization that I never knew I needed.
SprkR
ListenBook's beautiful layout and quick access to chapters make navigation effortless. Finally, an app that lets me enjoy audiobooks without worrying about file formats!
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