Book description
A "sharp, amusing story" (The Guardian) about the fountain of youth and its implications for women's rights, by one of the twentieth century's most brilliant--and neglected--science fiction and horror writers, whom Stephen King called "the best writer of science fiction that England has ever produced." "It was a genius move for John Wyndham to center an age-slowing narrative on women, who are still today pressured to remain youthful-looking forever, or succumb to social invisibility. . . . Wyndham was uniquely gifted at skewering humankind's foibles while maintaining a shred of hope that our better angels would prevail."--Kate Folk, from the introduction What if humans discovered the secret to prolonged life? Francis Saxover and Diana Brackley, two biochemists investigating a rare lichen, separately discover that it has a remarkable property: It slows the aging process almost to a halt. Francis, realizing the horrifying implications of an ever-youthful wealthy elite, decides to keep his findings a secret. But the younger and more daring Diana sees an opportunity to overturn the male status quo and free women from the career-versus-children binary--in short, a chance to remake the world.
Mr. Peppermint
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Crossing Guard
ListenBook's support for a variety of download methods means I can access my content in the way that suits me best. With this app, my daily routines have become moments of intellectual growth and personal enjoyment. This app's ease of use has made reading an integral part of my everyday life. ListenBook Pro's unlimited audiobook length feature is fantastic. The statistics tracking feature is very useful. ListenBook helps me keep track of my listening time.
MindfulMingle
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Prez Dog
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ShadowDancer
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RDTN
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Shadow Gal
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Dakota Bliss
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ZenZone
This app's user-friendly design makes navigating through books a breeze. The extensive audiobook collection for children is a blessing for my little ones. Navigating audiobooks seamlessly β this app's design is top-notch. Organization made easy! This app's efficient management of my audiobook collection ensures I'm always engrossed in a captivating tale. ππ± I love the variety of themes available. It makes the app feel personalized.
Silver Cup
The vast selection of titles on this app is a book lover's dream come true. This app's convenience has turned my daily chores into moments of literary escape.
Pixie Taze
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Chameleon
ListenBook Pro's noise reduction ensures that my listening experience remains clear and enjoyable. Listening stats feature keeps me motivated to read more. Love it!
QuestWeaver
The app's reliability and ease of use make it a true gem in the world of audiobooks. This app's compatibility with various devices ensures that I can enjoy my audiobooks wherever I go. I love the chapter navigation feature. ListenBook makes it easy to find specific sections. Fairly enjoyable, but forgettable. I didnβt have any major complaints, but I also donβt see myself revisiting this one. It was a decent way to spend a few hours, though.
High Beam
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Spooky Yellowjacket
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Romance Princess
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Metal Aphrodite
The smart recommendation feature keeps surprising me with books I never knew I'd love. I can't believe how much more I'm 'reading' now, all thanks to this app. π± It's like having a personal audiobook library at my fingertips! This app's functionality is a dream come true for book lovers. ππ₯ Adjusting the tone of the voice is so innovative. It's like personalizing the narration. ListenBook Pro takes things up a notch with unlimited audiobook length. It's a game-changer!
Twix Bond
I'm hooked on ListenBook's silky-smooth playback, making my audio sessions truly enjoyable. This app is perfect for audiobook lovers. The interface is beautiful and easy to navigate.
Pepper
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Dakota Bliss
This app has made my daily routines more meaningful and enjoyable. Audiobook pleasure simplified β this app's functionality is a reader's delight. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is like a magic wand that transforms even the noisiest environments into cozy listening spaces. Easy access to chapters and silky-smooth playback. Love it!
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