Audiobook X and Other Stories by Yevgeny Zamyatin in the ListenBook app
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Book description
Imagine hearing Zamyatin's voice for the first time in English, not through dusty translations, but freshly alive in your ears. This audiobook collection, X and Other Stories, is a revelation. Forget just We for a moment - these are the raw, brilliant seeds of that masterpiece, now finally blossoming in stunning new translation by Galya and Hugh Aplin.
The journey begins with the stark, quiet ache of 'Provincial Life' - you can almost feel the Russian countryside chill through the narration. Then, the visceral tension of 'At the End of the Earth', where the artillery unit's struggle feels immediate, the narrator's voice taut with the weight of survival. You'll shudder at the grim reality of 'The Cave' and 'Mamai', depicting Petrograd's civil war hell, the words carrying the desperation of those trapped. And then, pure delight: 'X' - a playful, utterly charming metafictional gem. The narrator handles its absurdity with perfect, light touch, making you grin.
The final story, 'Flood', lands with devastating, quiet power. The audiobook format is perfect here - the slow, heavy narration mirrors the rising water, the despair felt in every pause. This isn't just history; it's a living, breathing window into Russian life and Zamyatin's genius. The new translation shines, capturing his unique rhythm and sharp wit without sounding stiff. You hear the city streets, the fear, the dark humor, the profound sadness.
Why listen? Because hearing these stories spoken transforms them. The nuances of voice - the rural cadence, the artillery officer's grit, the absurdist twist of 'X' - land with an impact reading alone can't match. You're not just reading about Petrograd's suffering or the absurdity of 'X'; you're experiencing it, guided by a narrator who makes every word land. This collection proves Zamyatin's work is far more than a precursor to We; it's a vital, thrilling exploration of humanity, society, and the very act of storytelling, rendered with astonishing clarity and heart. It's a masterclass in short fiction, and this audiobook makes it utterly unforgettable. Don't just read about Zamyatin's world - step into it, hear it breathe, and discover why he remains a towering, essential voice.
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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)
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VoiceOver support
Dark mode for night owls
Listening to audio lectures
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Put your own cover on the wager
Share your audiobook with friends
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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
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