Book description
Born Josef Dzhugashvili in Gori, Georgia in 1879, the young Stalin studied to become a priest whilst secretly reading the works of Karl Marx. Politics was to become his religion and between 1902 and 1913 he was arrested for revolutionary activities and exiled to Siberia eight times, escaping on seven occasions. Following the Revolution, he employed a cocktail of charm and ruthless cunning to slither up the treacherous Communist Party hierarchy, often by taking posts that nobody wanted which enabled him to build up a power base virtually unnoticed, until, with perfect timing, he was in a position to take over the Party leadership from Lenin when he died in 1924. Surrounding himself with terrified yes-men and trusting absolutely nobody, he was dictator of the Soviet Union from the late 1920s until his death in 1953. In that time he defeated Hitler, out-maneuvered all his rivals and forged a mighty and vast empire of over 800 million people from a patchwork of poor countries which included Russia itself, working on his simple premise of \
Midas
ListenBook's customizable audio filters allow me to personalize my listening experience – a fantastic feature. AirDrop sharing is a very convenient feature. Thanks, ListenBook!
Frosty
ListenBook's audiobook player is a true workhorse – chapters, controls, and filters are all seamlessly integrated. I'm amazed at how this app has expanded my reading horizons. The adjustable playback speed is a secret weapon for getting through educational content faster. Auto-rewind is a very handy feature. Excellent app.
Alley Cat
This app's support for various formats ensures that I can enjoy my audiobooks without any hassle. Automatic metadata extraction is a time-saver. My library is finally well-organized. Noise reduction and voice tone adjustment enhance the listening experience significantly.
Spit Turanga
I can't get enough of this app – it's like having a personal library with me. Elegant design and easy-to-navigate interface. Very pleased with ListenBook.
Judge
I can't imagine my life without this app – it's my daily dose of literary magic. Finally, an app that supports all audiobook formats! Flawless playback.
Voluntary
I'm hooked on this app – it's like Netflix for book lovers! With this app, reading has become an integral part of my daily routine. The ability to adjust playback speed and volume is a game-changer for me.
Miss Murder
The app's compatibility with CarPlay adds an extra layer of convenience, especially during road trips. The app is perfect for multitasking. I can listen while doing other things. I love how ListenBook makes it easy to organize my audiobook library. The app supports all formats, and the import process is a breeze. The playback controls are responsive, and the sound quality is excellent. Highly recommend! Decent narration, predictable story. The voice actor did a good job, but the plot followed a familiar formula. If you’re looking for something new and groundbreaking, this might not be it.
Squatch
This audiobook app is an absolute lifesaver! It brings my favorite stories to life with unparalleled convenience. This app has made audiobook listening an integral part of my daily routine – it's a habit I cherish. 🌟 Say goodbye to boredom during long drives – this app makes road trips fly by! 🚗🎉 📱 Carrying my library in my pocket – this app makes every moment a reading opportunity! 📚👜 The app is perfect for people who love to listen to books while commuting.
Roller Turtle
ListenBook's user-friendly interface and seamless playback have made it my go-to app. The app is perfect for multitaskers. I can listen while working out.
HOV
ListenBook's compatibility with multiple downloading methods ensures there's always a way to get my content. This app's compatibility with different formats ensures that no audiobook is off-limits – truly impressive. 📱 Carrying my library in my pocket – this app makes every moment a reading opportunity! 📚👜 I love the download options. ListenBook gives me so many ways to get my audiobooks onto my device.
Lady Peach
I can't believe how much time I've gained by listening while cooking and doing chores. ListenBook's support for various formats means I can explore a wide range of content without limitations. This app has become my go-to companion, making my daily routine more exciting and insightful. Auto-rewind feature is very useful. Excellent app!
Loot
Audiobooks have become a part of my self-care routine, thanks to this app. This app's ease of use has made my daily tasks so much more enjoyable. With this app, I'm discovering the joy of reading during my commutes. Kudos to the developers for optimizing this app for iOS 16. It runs like a dream on my device.
Unseen
I'm exploring new genres and authors I wouldn't have considered otherwise. With this app, I'm discovering the joy of reading during my commutes. Looping playback of a single track helps me focus and absorb complex content. The app is perfect for people who love to listen to books at night. This app is perfect for anyone who loves audiobooks. The interface is sleek and modern, and the playback controls are super responsive. I also appreciate the cloud integration, which lets me access my books from anywhere. Great work!
Daisy Stick
The app's stability is impressive – it runs smoothly without any glitches. The ease of downloading content via WiFi, WebDAV, and more has made ListenBook my audiobook hub. ListenBook's seamless audio player has turned my listening sessions into moments of pure delight. ListenBook’s support for CarPlay is great. I can listen to audiobooks in my car easily. Highly engaging! The combination of a well-written story and skilled narration made this audiobook hard to pause. I finished it much faster than I expected because I just couldn’t stop listening.
Bourbon Mirage
I'm blown away by ListenBook's ability to maintain audio quality even for formats like FLAC and AWB. Audiobook multitasking simplified – this app's functionality is a triumph. ListenBook's support for looping and shuffling playback adds versatility to my audiobook enjoyment. 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! I love how ListenBook makes it easy to organize my audiobook library. The app supports all formats, and the import process is a breeze. The playback controls are responsive, and the sound quality is excellent. Highly recommend!
Sidewalk Enforcer
ListenBook's support for CarPlay and Apple Watch integration has made my life so much easier. Downloading audiobooks is a breeze, thanks to the variety of options available.
Voluntary
This app has reignited my passion for literature – I'm devouring books like never before. ListenBook has redefined the way I experience stories, turning every moment into an adventure. I'm addicted to this app's ability to seamlessly blend books into my life. This is exactly what I look for in an audiobook! The narrator's pleasant voice and excellent diction made even complex passages easy to follow. I appreciated the subtle but effective use of pauses and emphasis that added depth to the listening experience. Finished it in record time because I couldn't stop listening.
Vixen
I'm hooked on this app's ability to turn any moment into a reading opportunity. Navigating chapters is a breeze with ListenBook. It's a user-friendly and seamless experience. ListenBook’s playback speed control is very useful. I can listen at my own pace. A functional audiobook. It kept me entertained, but I wasn’t blown away. The narrator’s performance was competent, though some emotional scenes fell a bit flat.
Moon Radar
ListenBook's customizable audio filters add a new dimension to my audiobook enjoyment. Noise reduction on ListenBook Pro is a revelation. It enhances the audio quality and makes listening comfortable.
Trash Pocky
I can't believe how easy it is to dive into a new world with this app. The book groups feature is a thoughtful addition. It helps me keep my series and related titles together. Supports artwork and metadata perfectly. My library looks great! ListenBook’s support for CarPlay is great. I can listen to audiobooks in my car easily.
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