Book description
On the eve of her sixtieth birthday, Nina Shengold embarks on a challenge: to walk the path surrounding the Catskills' glorious Ashokan Reservoir every day for a year, at all times of day and in all kinds of weather, trying to find something new every time. Armed with lively curiosity, infectious enthusiasm, and renewed stubbornness, she hits the path every day with all five senses wide open, searching for details that glint. As Shengold explores the secrets of this spectacular place, she rediscovers the glories of solitude and an expanded community, both human and animal. Step by step, her reservoir walks rekindle connections with family, strangers, and friends, with a landscape she grows to revere, and with a new sense of self. Like the writings of John Burroughs, Annie Dillard, and Barry Lopez, Shengold's reflections on her personal journey will resonate with outdoor enthusiasts and armchair hikers alike. Quietly transformative, Reservoir Year encourages readers to find their own ways to unplug and slow down, reconnecting with nature, reviving old passions and sparking some new ones along the path.
Feral Cookie
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FrankenGrin
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California Goddess
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RiddleRover
The statistics feature in ListenBook is a valuable tool for monitoring and optimizing my audiobook consumption. Adjusting the tone of the voice adds a unique touch to my listening experience. I love the personalization! The app is perfect for people who love to listen to books at night.
Freeway
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Cream
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Sleek Assassin
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Drop Stone
With this app, my audiobook library is organized and accessible, making my reading journey effortless. Thanks to ListenBook, downloading audiobooks is a hassle-free process, regardless of the source.
Widow Curio
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SpellTansy
I love how ListenBook caters to various formats, making it versatile and accommodating for all my audiobooks. This app has helped me achieve my reading goals and explore new genres effortlessly. This app has made my downtime so much more productive and enjoyable. Navigating audiobooks effortlessly β this app's functionality is commendable. Noise reduction in ListenBook Pro ensures crystal-clear playback even in noisy environments.
Arsenic Coo
This app's user-friendly interface has made audiobook listening a breeze, even for a tech novice like me. Downloading audio from network devices is a brilliant feature. It's incredibly convenient.
Bearded Angler
Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a fun and interactive way to connect. Automated artwork and metadata retrieval add a professional touch to my audiobook library. Makes listening to audiobooks so easy and enjoyable. Thank you, ListenBook! Fairly enjoyable, but forgettable. I didnβt have any major complaints, but I also donβt see myself revisiting this one. It was a decent way to spend a few hours, though.
DreamDiver
I'm discovering books I wouldn't have considered before, and my reading horizons are expanding. User-centric audiobook joy β this app's ease of use is a true marvel. Finally, an app that understands the power of CUE playlists. Perfect for organizing. The app's compatibility with CarPlay adds an extra layer of convenience, especially during road trips.
Firecracker
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Lilac Lizard
Changing the tone of the sound on ListenBook Pro is a fun and unique feature I can't get enough of. πΆββοΈπ§ Strolling through captivating narratives while I take my daily walks β pure bliss! ποΈπ Finally, an app that supports all audiobook formats. It's a dream come true for audiophiles like me. I love the download options. ListenBook gives me so many ways to get my audiobooks onto my device.
Disco Thunder
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MythMaker
ListenBook's dedication to providing an excellent user experience sets a new standard in audiobook apps. The drag-and-drop download feature on ListenBook is incredibly convenient β no more complicated processes. Navigating my audiobook library is a breeze β thank you, app developers! Flawless support for various audio formats. Highly satisfied. Elegant design and easy-to-use interface. Very happy with ListenBook.
Fuzzy Claws
ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature has made my recordings sound clearer than ever. Listening stats feature keeps me on track with my audiobook goals. Love it!
Baked ZD
CUE playlist support is a fantastic addition. It helps me organize my audiobooks effortlessly. This app is perfect for audiobook lovers. The interface is beautiful and easy to navigate. The sound quality is excellent. It feels like Iβm in the story.
Voluntary
ListenBook's drag-and-drop download feature simplifies the process of adding new audiobooks to my collection. The app is so easy to set up. I was listening to my books in no time.
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