Book description
With his trademark reverence and revelry, The Revd. Fergus Butler-Gallie travels through time and place to get to the heart of the religion he is so passionate about. In this book he takes us from Bethlehem and the birth of Christ some 2000-odd years ago, to the immediate present and future of Christianity. He brings together a Baptist Church in the segregationist American South with a medieval monastery in the heart of the Greek countryside; the Vatican - beautiful, imposing, vainglorious, the seat of Catholicism - with a sparse, tiny private church above the rocky coastline of Southern Japan. Twelve Churches is a quest for a new people's history of Christianity, told through the stories of twelve churches scattered across the globe. Through a patchwork of interlinking and varied human stories, Butler-Gallie takes us on a physical and historical journey, exploring the role of hope, faith and beauty in Christianity, but also its fraught relationships with sex, violence and power. The story of Christianity is, he shows, the story of our modern world: it's a story of who we should be, as well who we sometimes are.
Dr. WMD
With this app, I'm discovering the joy of reading during my commutes. Adjusting the tone of the voice is a game-changer. It's like customizing my listening experience. Quick access to chapters and smooth playback. Fantastic app! 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.
RealmRanger
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Necromancer
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Little Cobra
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Rando Tank
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Microwave
π An app that turns house chores into exciting adventures β count me in! π§Ήπ Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a delightful feature. Sharing is caring!
Suicide Crusher
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Black Fantastic
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Mr. Thanksgiving
ListenBook Pro's unlimited audiobook length is a boon for those who enjoy deep dives into lengthy narratives. Download options are plenty β I can get my audiobooks from various sources hassle-free. Supports extensive playlists and bookmarks. Very user-friendly. Makes listening to audiobooks easy and enjoyable. Thank you, ListenBook!
Miss Murder
This app's ease of use has made reading a seamless part of my daily routine. πΆπ Tuning in to the symphony of stories β audiobooks are the soundtrack of my daily routines. π΅π
Slow Trot
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Freesia
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Old Felix
π§ββοΈ Finding serenity through the soothing tones of audiobooks β mindfulness and stories in perfect harmony. π§ββοΈπ§ Easy access to chapters and silky-smooth playback. Love it!
Mr. 44
I've become an audiobook addict, all thanks to this amazing app. This audiobook app is an absolute lifesaver! It brings my favorite stories to life with unparalleled convenience. Thanks to ListenBook, downloading audiobooks from various sources has become effortless. The auto-rewind feature is a thoughtful addition that enhances my listening journey. I appreciate it! 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!
Lord Theus
Changing the tone of the sound on ListenBook is a fun feature that adds a unique touch to my audiobook experience. I'm amazed at how effortlessly I can immerse myself in stories with this app. Audiobook lovers, you need this app in your life. The innovative features, from audio filters to compatibility, enhance my reading journey. ππ§
TulipCake
Looping playback is an invaluable study tool. It helps me absorb complex information effortlessly. The ability to adjust the tone of the narrator's voice is a creative touch that adds depth to my listening.
Sun Washer
I canβt believe how easy it is to manage my audiobook library with ListenBook. Highly recommended! A wonderful performance! The narrator captured the mood of the book perfectly, making it easy to visualize each scene. The audio quality was crisp, and the pacing kept me hooked from start to finish.
Commando
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Nightmare King
Audiobooks have made my workouts more enjoyable, and I'm seeing results! The convenience of switching between devices without losing my place is a lifesaver. With ListenBook, I can listen to my favorite audiobooks and speeches with maximum comfort and convenience. I can't imagine my life without this app β it's my daily dose of literature. Makes listening to audiobooks easy and enjoyable. Thank you, ListenBook!
Intimidating Presence
With ListenBook, I can listen to my favorite audiobooks and speeches with the utmost comfort and convenience. This app is my audiobook haven. With a user-friendly interface and features like audio filters, I'm engrossed in stories like never before. ππ The interface is sleek and user-friendly. Makes navigating through chapters a breeze. Middle-of-the-road experience. The audiobook was fineβgood narration, decent storyβbut it didnβt leave a lasting impression. If youβre looking for something low-commitment, this works.
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