Listen to Becoming a Mountain: Himalayan Journeys in Search of the Sacred and the Sublime by Stephen Alter
Enjoy this audiobook with MP3 Audiobook Player - the ultimate iOS audiobook experience
Hailed as a "wondrous book" by Gretel Ehrlich, and winner of the Kekoo Naoroji Book Award for Himalayan Literature, a journey of healing that becomes a pilgrimage for the soul. Stephen Alter was raised by American missionary parents in the hill station of Mussoorie, in the foothills of the Himalayas, where he and his wife, Ameeta, now live. Their idyllic existence was brutally interrupted when four armed intruders invaded their house and viciously attacked them, leaving them for dead. The violent assault and the trauma of almost dying left him questioning assumptions he had lived by since childhood. For the first time, he encountered the face of evil and the terror of the unknown. He felt like a foreigner in the land of his birth. This book is his account of a series of treks he took in the high Himalayas following his convalescence—to Bandar Punch (the monkey’s tail), Nanda Devi, the second highest mountain in India, and Mt. Kailash in Tibet. He set himself this goal to prove that he had healed mentally as well as physically and to re-knit his connection to his homeland. Undertaken out of sorrow, the treks become a moving soul journey, a way to rediscover mountains in his inner landscape. Weaving together observations of the natural world, Himalayan history, folklore and mythology, as well as encounters with other pilgrims along the way, Stephen Alter has given us a moving meditation on the solace of high places, and on the hidden meanings and enduring mystery of mountains.
Audiobooks have made my long commutes enjoyable, and I'm always eager to see what's next. With ListenBook, downloading audiobooks has become hassle-free, thanks to the various download options.
Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a fun way to connect over shared interests. I love the chapter navigation feature. ListenBook makes it easy to jump between sections.
I can't remember the last time I was this excited about 'reading' books! Bookmarking on ListenBook makes it easy to pick up where I left off – no more searching for my spot! 📚 Embracing a new reading habit with this app's seamless accessibility. Say goodbye to boredom! 📱🎉 This app is perfect for anyone who loves audiobooks. The interface is sleek and modern, and the playback controls are super responsive. I also appreciate the cloud integration, which lets me access my books from anywhere. Great work! 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!
The fact that ListenBook supports a wide range of formats without DRM protection is a huge win. Finally, an app that supports all audiobook formats. It's a dream come true for audiophiles like me. Looping playback helps me immerse myself in the content. It's my secret study weapon. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a delightful way to share the joy of storytelling. I don't have strong feelings about this one either way. The narration was competent but forgettable. The story itself was more engaging than the performance.
I'm amazed at how this app has made my daily activities more enjoyable and intellectually stimulating. ListenBook's Pro version is worth every penny. The noise reduction feature makes even noisy environments an ideal place for immersive listening. Listening stats feature keeps me on track with my audiobook goals. Love it! I’m 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!
ListenBook's support for CarPlay and Apple Watch integration ensures that I can enjoy my audiobooks wherever I go. ListenBook's commitment to providing a smooth and enjoyable listening experience is evident in every detail. Audiobook immersion without complications – this app's ease of use is commendable.
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