Listen to About This Life: Journeys on the Threshold of Memory by Barry Lopez
Enjoy this audiobook with MP3 Audiobook Player - the ultimate iOS audiobook experience
The acclaimed National Book Award winner gives us a collection of spellbinding essays that, read together, form a jigsaw-puzzle portrait of an extraordinary man. With the publication of his best-selling Of Wolves and Men, and with the astonishing originality of Arctic Dreams, Barry Lopez established himself as that rare writer whose every book is an event, for both critics and his devoted readership. Now, in About This Life, he takes us on a literal and figurative journey across the terrain of autobiography, assembling essays of great wisdom and insight. Here is far-flung travel (the beauty of remote Hokkaido Island, the over-explored Galápagos, enigmatic Bonaire); a naturalist's contention (Why does our society inevitably strip political power from people with intimate knowledge of the land small-scale farmers, Native Americans, Eskimos, cowboys?); and pure adventure (a dizzying series of around-the-world journeys with air freight everything from penguins to pianos). And here, too, are seven exquisite memory pieces hauntingly lyrical yet unsentimental recollections that represent Lopez's most personal work to date, and which will be read as classics of the personal essay for years to come.In writing about nature and people from around the world, by exploring the questions of our age, and, above all, by sharing a new openness about himself, Barry Lopez gives us a book that is at once vastly erudite yet intimate: a magically written and provocative work by a major American writer at the top of his form.
I'm rediscovering my love for literature through this app – it's revitalizing. Bravo to the creators of this app – they've truly captured the essence of convenient audiobook enjoyment. The smooth playback and thoughtful design are a win. 📚👏 The app's performance is unparalleled. It's like it's tailor-made for my device. The narrator's voice was so pleasant and easy to listen to. They had perfect pacing and made even the slower parts engaging. I found myself looking forward to my commute just to listen more!
Kudos for the thoughtfully curated collections – I'm discovering hidden gems! Kudos to the creators for making literature so accessible and enjoyable. I never thought I'd find an app that supports such a wide range of audiobook formats. ListenBook is a true gem! Thanks to ListenBook, downloading audiobooks has become effortless, regardless of the source. I've recommended ListenBook to all my fellow bookworms. It's a true companion for audiobook lovers.
💪 Flexing my reading muscles with this app's easy-to-use controls – I'm devouring books while managing my busy schedule. 💼📚 Audiobook multitasking simplified – this app's functionality is truly commendable. ListenBook Pro's tone adjustment feature is a fascinating way to add a personal touch to my audiobook journey. The ability to play various audio formats without conversion is very convenient. ListenBook is a great app.
⭐️ Who knew cleaning could be this exciting? This app turns chores into adventures! 🧹🏰 Tone adjustment is such a unique feature. It's like customizing the narrator's voice.
Audiobook immersion simplified – this app's ease of use is a true asset. 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!
ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay is a huge plus during long drives. Bookmarks have become my study companion. I can easily revisit important passages in my audiobooks.
Plays MP3, MP4, OPUS, OGG, FLAC, AWB, M4B, M4A, WMA, AAC formats
Optimized for iPhone, iPad, and iPod with seamless integration
Adjust playback speed from 0.5x to 3.0x for your listening preference
Import audiobooks via iTunes, cloud services, or direct downloads
Get your favorite audiobooks in supported formats from various sources
Import audiobooks to MP3 Audiobook Player using multiple methods
Control playback from your device, headphones, Apple Watch, or CarPlay
Join thousands of users who enjoy audiobooks with MP3 Audiobook Player daily
Download Now