Book description
A memoir of one young man's coming-of-age on a cross-country trek--told through the stories of the people of all ages, races, and inclinations he meets along the highways of America. At twenty-three, Andrew Forsthoefel walked out the back door of his home in Chadds Ford, Pennsylvania, with a backpack, an audio recorder, his copies of Whitman and Rilke, and a sign that read walking to listen. He had just graduated from Middlebury College and was ready to begin his adult life, but he didn't know how. So he decided he'd walk. And listen. It would be a cross-country quest for guidance, and everyone he met would be his guide. Walking toward the Pacific, he faced an Appalachian winter and a Mojave summer. He met beasts inside: fear, loneliness, doubt. But he also encountered incredible kindness from strangers. Thousands shared their stories with him, sometimes confiding their prejudices, too. Often he didn't know how to respond. How to find unity in diversity? How to stay connected, even as fear works to tear us apart? He listened for answers to these questions, and to the existential questions every human must face, and began to find that the answer might be in listening itself. Ultimately, it's the stories of others living all along the roads of America that carry this journey and sing out in a hopeful, heartfelt book about how a life is made, and how our nation defines itself at the most human level.
Rocky Highway
I've become a more attentive listener thanks to the engaging audiobooks. Library organization and book groups make managing my audiobook collection a breeze. The app never crashes. Itβs reliable and stable. A serviceable audiobook that met basic expectations. The narration was clear if somewhat unremarkable, and the production quality was standard without any noticeable technical issues. It kept me moderately engaged during workouts but didn't leave a lasting impression.
LunaStar
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Mr. Lucky
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Mad Viral
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ManMaker
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Hen Skittle
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Ladybird
I'm grateful for ListenBook's support for a wide range of formats, making it a one-stop solution for audio content. ListenBookβs interface is clean and intuitive. Itβs a joy to use. The app supports a wide range of formats. ListenBook is very versatile.
Campfire Mama
Bookmarks are a fantastic organizational tool. They help me keep track of important moments in my audiobooks. Tone adjustment is a thoughtful addition that adds a personal touch to the audiobook narration. It's like having a narrator tailor their voice to my preferences.
Green Ghost
Savoring audiobooks without complications β this app's design is top-notch. Easy chapter access and smooth playback. Love this app!
Nacho
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Bones
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Blink
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Bourbon Mirage
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Accidental Genius
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LoreLoomer
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Kickstart
ListenBook's user-friendly controls and innovative features have made it an essential tool for my audiobook enjoyment. I love how this app makes even the most mundane tasks exciting with audio stories. I'm amazed by ListenBook's dedication to quality β it's evident in every feature. The tone adjustment feature is an exciting touch, allowing me to immerse myself even more in the content. Solid performance overall though some character voices sounded too similar. I occasionally got confused about who was speaking in dialogue-heavy scenes.
Sapiens
ListenBook's sleek design and intuitive controls make it my go-to app for audiobooks. ListenBook makes organizing my audiobooks simple. The app is very user-friendly.
Kazmii
I appreciate the minimal ads β it's all about uninterrupted enjoyment. Kudos to the developers! Iβm so impressed with ListenBook. The app is reliable, fast, and packed with features like customizable themes and playback speed. The sleep timer is a lifesaver for bedtime listening. Highly recommend this app!
TeederSmartie
Integration with Apple CarPlay has made long road trips so much more enjoyable. Audiobooks on this app have made me look forward to my long commutes. This app's support for various formats has made my audiobook collection even more diverse and exciting.
Sandbox
I'm finally making progress on my reading goals, thanks to this app's convenience. ListenBook's compatibility with various formats ensures that my audio needs are met.
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