Book description
In 1792, formerly enslaved Benjamin Honey and his Irish wife, Patience, discover an island where they can make a life together. Over a century later, the Honeys' descendants and a diverse group of neighbors are desperately poor, isolated, and often hungry, but nevertheless protected from the hostility awaiting them on the mainland. During the tumultuous summer of 1912, Matthew Diamond, a retired, idealistic but prejudiced schoolteacher-turned-missionary, disrupts the community's fragile balance through his efforts to educate its children. His presence attracts the attention of authorities on the mainland who, under the influence of the eugenics-thinking popular among progressives of the day, decide to forcibly evacuate the island, institutionalize its residents, and develop the island as a vacation destination. Beginning with a hurricane flood reminiscent of the story of Noah's Ark, the novel ends with yet another Ark. In prose of breathtaking beauty and power, Paul Harding brings to life an unforgettable cast of characters: Iris and Violet McDermott, sisters raising three orphaned Penobscot children; Theophilus and Candace Larks and their brood of vagabond children; the prophetic Zachary Hand to God Proverbs, a Civil War veteran who lives in a hollow tree; and more. A spellbinding story of resistance and survival, This Other Eden is an enduring testament to the struggle to preserve human dignity in the face of intolerance and injustice.
Toolmaker
ListenBook's seamless integration with CarPlay makes my daily commute a delightful opportunity to indulge in audiobooks. ListenBook Pro's tone adjustment feature is a fun way to experiment with the audiobook experience.
Woo Woo
ListenBook has made listening to audiobooks, lectures, and speeches an absolute pleasure. I can't get enough of this app's intuitive design – it's like a personal library right at my fingertips. Automatic artwork and metadata extraction add a professional touch to my audiobook library.
Spontan8ty
I love that ListenBook offers both basic and advanced features, catering to all types of users. ListenBook's library organization and book groups make managing my collection effortless. Effortlessly exploring audiobook worlds – this app's functionality is genius.
RiddleRover
Audiobooks on this app have turned my exercise sessions into moments of education. With this app, I've found a way to make my daily errands more enjoyable and intellectually stimulating. Navigating my audiobook library is a breeze – thank you, app developers! ListenBook has made managing my audiobook collection a breeze. Library organization is top-notch. 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!
Wild Tesla
Automatic metadata extraction keeps my library organized. It's a time-saver! An average audiobook experience. Nothing was wrong with it—the narration was fine, and the story was okay—but nothing particularly stood out. It served its purpose as entertainment during my commute.
Hidden Tree
This app has brought the magic of books back into my life. Effortlessly managing my audiobook library – this app's design is commendable. Great for both casual listening and studying. The audio filters are a nice touch.
RZRWRE
Changing the tone of the sound on ListenBook Pro is a fun way to customize my listening experience. This app has brought back the joy of reading, no matter how busy I am. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a game-changer. It enhances the clarity of recordings and makes my listening sessions more enjoyable. ListenBook is the ultimate audiobook player. The app supports all formats, and the import process is seamless. I love the playback history feature—it’s so easy to revisit my favorite parts. Highly recommend this app!
Sun Lemon
Being able to customize the listening duration is perfect for quick breaks. This app has transformed my screen time into valuable learning and entertainment. This app has made my daily routines more meaningful and enjoyable. The auto-rewind feature is a small detail that has a big impact on my listening experience. I love it! ListenBook is the best audiobook player I’ve ever used. The app is packed with features like customizable skip intervals, playback speed, and sleep timers. The interface is clean and easy to navigate, making it a joy to use. Five stars!
Screwtape
Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop and Sharing on ListenBook is a fantastic way to spread the joy of listening. ListenBook's user-friendly controls and innovative features have made it an essential tool for my audiobook enjoyment. Say goodbye to cumbersome interfaces – this app's intuitive controls and user-friendly design have elevated my audiobook experience to new heights. 📱🔊 Unlimited length audiobooks with ListenBook Pro are a huge plus! Listened to this on a road trip and it made the hours fly by. Even my passengers who weren't following along commented on how nice the narrator's voice was.
CloudFrenzy
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EchoExplorer
ListenBook's dedication to enhancing the audiobook experience has made it my preferred app for listening to content on the go. ListenBook's seamless integration with CarPlay enhances my daily commute, making it a productive and enjoyable experience. Navigating through chapters is a breeze. It's like the app knows what I need. Bookmarks are a lifesaver for audiobook lovers. They help me keep track of important moments.
Wings
As a language enthusiast, this app has been a fantastic tool for learning new languages. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature has made my dictaphone recordings much more comfortable to listen to. ListenBook is the best audiobook player I’ve ever used. The app is packed with features like customizable skip intervals, playback speed, and sleep timers. The interface is clean and easy to navigate, making it a joy to use. Five stars!
Domino
Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop and Sharing on ListenBook Pro is a fantastic way to spread the joy of audiobooks. I love the compatibility with iOS 16. The app runs smoothly and flawlessly. Auto-rewind is incredibly helpful. Excellent functionality.
Baked ZD
ListenBook has become an indispensable part of my daily routine – it's my ultimate audio companion. This app's support for various formats ensures that I can enjoy my audiobooks without any limitations. 🌟 Transforming laundry time into a journey through fantastic stories – thank you, this app! 👚📖 Simplifying my audiobook experience – this app's design is remarkable. ListenBook's audio filters allow me to customize the audio playback to suit my preferences perfectly.
The Beekeeper
The range of self-help and personal development audiobooks is truly enriching. This app has introduced me to authors I'd never heard of – now they're my favorites!
DZE
ListenBook's commitment to providing a high-quality audiobook experience is truly commendable. 🎉 My audiobook haven – this app is like a door to endless adventures and knowledge! 📚🔑 Audiobook magic at my fingertips! This app's thoughtful features, such as statistics tracking and audio filters, have added a new layer of excitement to my reading journey. 📚✨ ListenBook's auto-rewind feature is a thoughtful addition that ensures I never miss a single word.
Hex Panther
📚 Accessing my favorite authors and genres is a breeze with this app's user-friendly functionality. 📱🎧 ListenBook has completely changed how I enjoy audiobooks. The app is packed with features like customizable skip intervals, playback speed, and sleep timers. The interface is clean and easy to navigate. Five stars! 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!
Cosmo
I'm addicted to this app – it's a non-stop journey through captivating tales. 👩🍳 Turning cooking sessions into culinary adventures, complete with intriguing tales! 🍳🎧 Every moment is an adventure with this app by my side. Its intuitive features and diverse format support ensure that my audiobook journey is seamless and exciting. 🌌🎧
Trigger Warming
My kids are hooked on the children's audiobook collection – it's a parenting win! The controls on ListenBook are intuitive and user-friendly, making it a joy to navigate through my audiobooks. 📱 Carrying my library in my pocket – this app makes every moment a reading opportunity! 📚👜 ListenBook has made audiobook listening more convenient and enjoyable than ever before. Quick access to chapters and smooth playback. Excellent app!
Plenty Orange
I've become a more empathetic listener and reader, thanks to the power of audiobooks. Changing the tone of the sound on ListenBook Pro is a unique feature that adds a personal touch to my listening. With this app, audiobook listening has become a convenient and enjoyable part of my everyday life. Effortless and enriching – that's how I'd describe my experience with this app. Its functionality, from seamless downloads to binaural audio processing, has truly raised the bar. 📱📖 ListenBook's attention to detail in design and functionality sets it apart from other audiobook apps.
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