Audiobook Upstream: Selected Essays by Mary Oliver in the ListenBook app
Want to listen to the audiobook Upstream: Selected Essays written by Mary Oliver
ListenBook is here to help!
In ListenBook you can listen Upstream: Selected Essays and any other audiobooks you download from the internet.
ListenBook is the easiest and most convenient app for listening to audiobooks
in MP3, MP4, OPUS, OGG, FLAC, AWB, M4B, M4A, WMA, AAC formats
on your iPhone, iPod Touch or iPad!
Book description
One of O, The Oprah Magazine's Ten Best Books of the Year The New York Times bestselling collection of essays from beloved poet, Mary Oliver. "There's hardly a page in my copy of Upstream that isn't folded down or underlined and scribbled on, so charged is Oliver's language . . ." --Maureen Corrigan, NPR's Fresh Air "Uniting essays from Oliver's previous books and elsewhere, this gem of a collection offers a compelling synthesis of the poet's thoughts on the natural, spiritual and artistic worlds . . ." --The New York Times "In the beginning I was so young and such a stranger to myself I hardly existed. I had to go out into the world and see it and hear it and react to it, before I knew at all who I was, what I was, what I wanted to be." So begins Upstream, a collection of essays in which revered poet Mary Oliver reflects on her willingness, as a young child and as an adult, to lose herself within the beauty and mysteries of both the natural world and the world of literature. Emphasizing the significance of her childhood "friend" Walt Whitman, through whose work she first understood that a poem is a temple, "a place to enter, and in which to feel," and who encouraged her to vanish into the world of her writing, Oliver meditates on the forces that allowed her to create a life for herself out of work and love. As she writes, "I could not be a poet without the natural world. Someone else could. But not me. For me the door to the woods is the door to the temple." Upstream follows Oliver as she contemplates the pleasure of artistic labor, her boundless curiosity for the flora and fauna that surround her, and the responsibility she has inherited from Shelley, Wordsworth, Emerson, Poe, and Frost, the great thinkers and writers of the past, to live thoughtfully, intelligently, and to observe with passion. Throughout this collection, Oliver positions not just herself upstream but us as well as she encourages us all to keep moving, to lose ourselves in the awe of the unknown, and to give power and time to the creative and whimsical urges that live within us.
🚶♀️🎧 Walking has never been this productive – exploring new worlds while I exercise! 🏞️💫 Book groups are a thoughtful addition. They help me keep related titles together for a seamless experience. The app is perfect for people who love to read but don’t have the time.
I'm amazed by ListenBook's dedication to quality – it's evident in every feature. 👩🍳 Turning cooking sessions into culinary adventures, complete with intriguing tales! 🍳🎧 Thanks to ListenBook, downloading audiobooks from various sources has become effortless. ListenBook Pro's tone adjustment feature is an innovative touch that adds a layer of personalization. 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.
ListenBook's ability to extract artwork and metadata automatically adds a visual touch to my audiobook collection. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a fun and interactive way to bond over stories. The ability to organize my library is a huge plus. Everything is so neat and tidy.
🎉 Unlocking the door to imagination – this app is my key to endless stories and endless possibilities. 📚🔑 ListenBook has made audiobook listening more convenient and enjoyable than ever before. The app is so responsive. It never lags or freezes. ListenBook is the best audiobook player I’ve ever used. The app is reliable, fast, and packed with features like customizable themes and playback speed. The sleep timer is a lifesaver for bedtime listening. Great job, developers!
I'm blown away by ListenBook's ability to maintain audio quality even for formats like FLAC and AWB. ListenBook has transformed my daily rituals into cherished opportunities for personal growth. ListenBook has transformed the way I engage with literature. It's like having a virtual bookshelf in my pocket.
I'm hooked on this app's ability to turn any moment into a reading opportunity. Audiobook enthusiasts, gather around! This app's exceptional features, from audio filters to robust support, have transformed my daily routines into storytelling moments. 🎉🎧 Bookmarks are a must-have for any audiobook lover. They help me stay organized and engaged.
ListenBook's support for various download methods means I can access my content in the way that suits me best. 🔥 Simplifying my reading routine – the app's functionality ensures I'm always one click away from literary adventures. 📚🔗
The smart recommendation feature keeps surprising me with books I never knew I'd love. I'm thrilled that ListenBook offers both basic and advanced features to cater to all types of users. Navigating audiobooks with ease – this app's design is user-centric.
🏃♀️🌟 Experiencing stories while staying active – this app's functionality enhances my walks and runs like never before. 🎧🏞️ Say goodbye to boring commutes – this app's immersive audio experience and intuitive controls have transformed my daily journeys. 🌟📚 The ability to download audiobooks directly is fantastic. ListenBook is very convenient.
🌟 This app is a game-changer – its intuitive design and seamless functionality make listening to audiobooks a joy. 🎉🎧 Simplifying audiobook management – this app's functionality is a true asset.
ListenBook's commitment to providing top-notch audio quality has taken my audiobook experience to a new level. I'm hooked on this app's ability to turn even the most mundane tasks into exciting opportunities for learning. 💼 Balancing responsibilities with relaxation – audiobooks make even mundane tasks feel like an escape. 💻📖 I can't believe how seamless the integration with Apple Watch is. My workouts just got better. The statistics tracking feature is very useful. ListenBook helps me keep track of my listening time.
This app is a boon for book lovers who are always on the go. This app has rekindled my passion for literature in a whole new way. ListenBook has revolutionized my audio experience, making it both personalized and engaging. The bookmark feature is fantastic. I can easily pick up where I left off. Solid performance overall though some character voices sounded too similar. I occasionally got confused about who was speaking in dialogue-heavy scenes.
ListenBook's support for various audio formats means I never have to worry about compatibility issues. The drag-and-drop download feature on ListenBook is incredibly convenient – no more complicated processes.
Audiobook enthusiasts, celebrate! This app's thoughtful features, like auto-rewind and easy chapter navigation, cater perfectly to our reading cravings. 🎉📚 Absolutely love this app! It's made my daily commute so much more enjoyable.
I'm amazed at how this app has seamlessly integrated reading into my daily rhythm. CUE playlist support is a fantastic feature that allows me to curate customized listening sessions, whether for study, relaxation, or entertainment.
This app has reignited my love for literature and made it a part of my everyday life. This app has turned my screen time into valuable learning opportunities. Navigating audiobooks seamlessly – this app's design is a true winner. Auto-rewind is a brilliant feature. Never lose track of where I left off.
I'm so grateful for this app – it's like having a personal storyteller wherever I go. 💼 Enhancing work-from-home productivity – audiobooks make even the most routine tasks a delight. 💻📖 I'm on a literary adventure wherever I go, all thanks to this app. Its extensive format support and effortless navigation make audiobook listening a breeze. 🌟📚 As an audiobook enthusiast, this app is a dream come true. Its compatibility with various formats and easy navigation make it my ultimate reading companion. 🌟🎧 The app is super intuitive. I was up and running in minutes.
I'm finally making progress on my reading goals, thanks to this app's convenience. ListenBook's powerful audio downloading features are a game-changer – I can have my audiobooks ready in no time. It was fine. The narrator did an adequate job but nothing about the performance particularly stood out to me. Got me through my commute though.
Being able to download audiobooks for offline listening is a game-changer. I'm in awe of how this app has brought new dimensions to my reading experience. The app's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch enhances my listening experience on the go. I love the quick access to settings. It makes tweaking the app so easy. 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.
ListenBook's configurable auto-rewind after interruptions is a smart addition that keeps me on track. ListenBook Pro's unlimited audiobook length is a dream come true for those epic tales. It's like having a personal audiobook library in your pocket. I've never experienced such silky-smooth playback even with high-quality FLAC files.
Trusted by over 100,000 users across the globe
What is ListenBook?
Why ListenBook?
How does it work?
1
Download audiobooks from any site in any of the supported formats.
2
Add audiobooks to the app using any of the many download methods available.
3
Listen to audiobooks by controlling playback from your phone, headphones, Apple Watch or CarPlay.
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
App for those who love audiobooks
ListenBook has the features you need no matter what you are listening to
Listening to fiction
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
Listening to audio lectures
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
Every day, thousands of people download ListenBook to listen to audiobooks.
Now it's your turn to listen to audiobooks without distraction!
