Book description
Andre Norton's "Web of the Witch World" continues the compelling Estcarp Cycle within her expansive Witch World universe, presenting listeners with a rich tapestry of adventure that builds upon the foundation established in previous tales. This audiobook delivers Norton's characteristic blend of science fiction and fantasy elements, wrapped in prose that lends itself well to vocal narration.
The story follows Simon Tregarth, a character whose Earth-born skills have already secured him both a kingdom and a magical bride in this otherworldly setting. However, his victories remain tenuous as long as the technologically advanced Kolder maintain their presence on the planet. This central conflict drives the narrative forward, creating tension between the forces of magic and science that defines much of Norton's work.
Norton's writing style proves particularly suited to audio format, with her clear, direct prose translating effectively to spoken word. The author's ability to craft immersive worlds without overly complex descriptions makes for an engaging listening experience. Her pioneering approach to genre fiction, blending elements that were often kept separate in her contemporaries' work, creates a unique atmosphere that feels fresh even decades after initial publication.
The audiobook format enhances the mystical qualities of Norton's world-building, allowing listeners to fully absorb the intricate details of her crafted reality. Her influence on later fantasy and science fiction authors becomes apparent through the confident way she handles cross-genre elements, establishing patterns that would later become standard in the field.
As the second installment in the Estcarp Cycle, this recording serves both newcomers and series followers well, maintaining accessibility while advancing the overarching narrative. Norton's economical storytelling style ensures that listeners remain engaged throughout, while her attention to character development provides emotional depth that complements the adventure elements. The result is an audiobook that successfully captures the essence of early space opera and sword and sorcery traditions while maintaining its own distinct identity.
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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