Book description
O, The Oprah Magazine, Time Magazine, Financial Times, Esquire, Bustle, Lit Hub, Electric Literature, Library Journal, Brooklyn Based, Avenue BEST BOOK OF THE YEARNew York Times Editors' Choice"Superb. . . . Krauss's depictions of the nuances of sex and love, intimacy and dependence, call to mind the work of Natalia Ginzburg in their psychological profundity, their intellectual rigor. . . . Krauss's stories capture characters at moments in their lives when they're hungry for experience and open to possibilities, and that openness extends to the stories themselves: narratives too urgent and alive for neat plotlines, simplistic resolutions or easy answers." -Molly Antopol, New York Times Book Review "From a contemporary master, an astounding collection of ten globetrotting stories, each one a powerful dissection of the thorny connections between men and women. . . . Each story is masterfully crafted and deeply contemplative, barreling toward a shimmering, inevitable conclusion, proving once again that Krauss is one of our most formidable talents in fiction." -EsquireIn one of her strongest works of fiction yet, Nicole Krauss plunges fearlessly into the struggle to understand what it is to be a man and what it is to be a woman, and the arising tensions that have existed from the very beginning of time. Set in our contemporary moment, and moving across the globe from Switzerland, Japan, and New York City to Tel Aviv, Los Angeles, and South America, the stories in To Be a Man feature male characters as fathers, lovers, friends, children, seducers, and even a lost husband who may never have been a husband at all. The way these stories mirror one other and resonate is beautiful, with a balance so finely tuned that the book almost feels like a novel. Echoes ring through stages of life: aging parents and new-born babies; young women's coming of age and the newfound, somewhat bewildering sexual power that accompanies it; generational gaps and unexpected deliveries of strange new leases on life; mystery and wonder at a life lived or a future waiting to unfold. To Be a Man illuminates with a fierce, unwavering light the forces driving human existence: sex, power, violence, passion, self-discovery, growing older. Profound, poignant, and brilliant, Krauss's stories are at once startling and deeply moving, but always revealing of all-too-human weakness and strength.
BuzzMouse
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Terror Master
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Slinger
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Short Firecracker
ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature elevates my listening experience, allowing me to focus on the content. Book groups feature keeps series and related titles together. Neat and tidy! ListenBook’s playback speed control is very useful. I can listen at my own pace. The app is perfect for language learners. The playback speed control is a game-changer.
New York Sixlet
This app has become my loyal companion during travels and relaxation times. ListenBook's compatibility with various audio formats ensures that I can enjoy a wide range of content hassle-free. With ListenBook, I can explore new genres, learn new topics, and enjoy classic literature with ease. Adjusting the tone of the voice is so innovative. It's like personalizing the narration. This audiobook performed its function without excelling. The narrator's delivery was straightforward and easy to follow, though lacking in dramatic flair. The recording quality was decent with only occasional minor inconsistencies in volume. An acceptable but forgettable listening experience.
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I'm enjoying books I never thought I'd be interested in – all thanks to this app. Noise reduction and tone changing are awesome features.
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Whip 2T
Chapters, configurable auto-rewind, and bookmarks on ListenBook keep me in control of my content. With this app, I can enjoy my favorite stories while traveling, making my journeys more delightful. This app's ease of use has made my daily activities more enjoyable and educational. The playback controls are so responsive. No lag at all.
NexusNavigator
As a visually impaired person, this app has opened up a new world of stories for me. With ListenBook, I can keep track of my audiobook consumption and explore new content with ease. ListenBook's customizable audio filters allow me to personalize my listening experience – a fantastic feature. 🌟 Unleashing the power of audiobooks with this user-friendly app – it's like having a personal storyteller on demand! 📚🔥
Intimidating Presence
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Corny
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Knock Out Star
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ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature has made my dictaphone recordings much more comfortable to listen to. Changing the tone of the sound on ListenBook Pro adds a personalized touch to my audiobook experience. With this app, reading has become an integral part of my daily routine.
Mr. Wholesome
Changing the tone of the sound on ListenBook Pro is a fun and unique feature I can't get enough of. With this app, audiobook listening has become an integral part of my daily routines – it's a game-changer. This app has brought back the joy of reading, no matter how busy I am. Supports artwork and metadata perfectly. My library looks great! As someone who struggles to focus on audiobooks, this kept my attention the whole way through. The narrator's clear diction and expressive delivery were perfect.
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With ListenBook, I can immerse myself in captivating stories and enriching knowledge, all in one convenient app. I can't imagine my day without a dose of literature from this app.
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