Book description
This "stunning journey through a country that is home to exhilarating natural wonders, and a scarring colonial past . . . makes breathtakingly clear the connection between nature and humanity, and offers a singular portrait of the complexities inherent to our ideas of identity, family, and love" (Refinery29). A chance discovery of letters written by her immigrant grandfather leads Jessica J. Lee to her ancestral homeland, Taiwan. There, she seeks his story while growing closer to the land he knew. Lee hikes mountains home to Formosan flamecrests, birds found nowhere else on earth, and swims in a lake of drowned cedars. She bikes flatlands where spoonbills alight by fish farms, and learns about a tree whose fruit can float in the ocean for years, awaiting landfall. Throughout, Lee unearths surprising parallels between the natural and human stories that have shaped her family and their beloved island. Joyously attentive to the natural world, Lee also turns a critical gaze upon colonialist explorers who mapped the land and named plants, relying on and often effacing the labor and knowledge of local communities. Two Trees Make a Forest is a genre-shattering book encompassing history, travel, nature, and memoir, an extraordinary narrative showing how geographical forces are interlaced with our family stories.
Spellbinder
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Moon Laser
Thanks to ListenBook, I've rediscovered the joy of exploring my favorite content on multiple devices. This app's intuitive controls and user-friendly layout have made audiobook listening a true pleasure. Navigating audiobooks with ease β this app's design is user-centric. ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay is a major convenience during road trips. Sharing books with friends via AirDrop is so convenient. Thanks, ListenBook!
Lord Theus
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1st Degree
Listening to audiobooks has become my daily ritual for relaxation and escape. Audiobooks have turned my mundane activities into opportunities for learning and enjoyment. The ability to download audiobooks directly is fantastic. ListenBook is very convenient. 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.
MeeP
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Mr. Spy
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Predator
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Fire Feline
Changing the tone of the sound on ListenBook is a fun feature that adds a unique touch to my audiobook experience. I love the auto-rewind feature after interruptions. No more searching for where I left off! Bookmarks are a must-have for any audiobook lover. They help me stay organized and engaged. The audio quality is excellent, and the interface is intuitive. ListenBook is my go-to app for audiobooks.
Duchess
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RawSkills
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Vermilion
As a visually impaired person, this app has opened up a new world of stories for me. ListenBook's detailed statistics feature helps me keep track of my listening habits. It's amazing to see how much I've learned from all those audiobooks! ListenBook's drag-and-drop download feature is a time-saving convenience that I greatly appreciate. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction makes sure that background distractions don't interfere with my listening.
SneakerKid
Noise reduction in ListenBook Pro ensures crystal-clear playback even in noisy environments. The ability to download audio from various sources without syncing is fantastic. ListenBook makes it so easy.
Genghis Glyph
Listening to books while doing chores? This app makes it possible! πΆββοΈπ Exploring stories as I stroll β audiobooks have turned my walks into inspiring journeys of imagination. ποΈπ§ CUE playlist support is a rare gem. Perfect for organizing content efficiently. The app is perfect for people with visual impairments. Itβs so easy to navigate.
Athena Star
I can't get enough of this app's versatile features β from playback speed to bookmarking, it's all there. I love the download options. ListenBook gives me so many ways to get my audiobooks onto my device. The audio filters make a noticeable difference. ListenBook provides an excellent listening experience. Iβve been using ListenBook for months, and itβs been a fantastic experience. The app is lightweight, doesnβt drain my battery, and works perfectly in the background. The equalizer and voice boost features are amazing. Highly recommend!
RetroMirage
ListenBook's chapters, controls, and filters have taken my audiobook journey to new heights. This app has made reading a part of my lifestyle, no matter where I am. The app is very user-friendly. ListenBook makes listening to audiobooks a breeze. Iβve been using ListenBook for months, and itβs been a fantastic experience. The app is lightweight, doesnβt drain my battery, and works perfectly in the background. The equalizer and voice boost features are amazing. Highly recommend!
Sloth
The narrators' voices on this app are so soothing β it's my relaxation therapy. Automatic metadata retrieval is a neat touch. My library is well-organized.
Spoiler Betty
I've found solace in listening to audiobooks before bed β it's my form of meditation. This app is a must-have for any book lover on the go β it's my daily companion. The app's compatibility with CarPlay is a fantastic bonus. It keeps me entertained during long drives. An unobjectionable but unexceptional audiobook experience. The narrator's performance was serviceable and the audio quality was fine, but nothing about the production particularly stood out or elevated the material. It was decent background listening.
Spunky Comet
ListenBook's seamless integration with CarPlay makes my daily commute a delightful opportunity to indulge in audiobooks. This app's ease of use has made my downtime more enriching and enjoyable. ListenBook Pro's tone adjustment feature is a playful addition that lets me tweak the audiobook experience.
Miss Twilight
Changing the tone of the sound on ListenBook Pro is a fun way to customize my listening experience. π Turning my phone into a portal of stories β this app's ease of use is remarkable! π±π« Noise reduction on ListenBook Pro is a revelation. It enhances the audio quality and makes listening comfortable. Automated artwork and metadata retrieval make my library look organized and professional. Flawless support for various audio formats. Very happy with it.
Princess Dove
Makes listening to audiobooks so easy and enjoyable. Thank you, ListenBook! With ListenBook Pro, long audiobooks are no problem. I 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