Listen to Carrie Fisher: A Life on the Edge by Sheila Weller
Enjoy this audiobook with MP3 Audiobook Player - the ultimate iOS audiobook experience
A remarkably candid biography of the remarkably candid-and brilliant-Carrie FisherIn her 2008 bestseller, Girls Like Us, Sheila Weller-with heart and a profound feeling for the times-gave us a surprisingly intimate portrait of three icons: Carole King, Joni Mitchell, and Carly Simon. Now she turns her focus to one of the most loved, brilliant, and iconoclastic women of our time: the actress, writer, daughter, and mother Carrie Fisher.Weller traces Fisher's life from her Hollywood royalty roots to her untimely and shattering death after Christmas 2016. Her mother was the spunky and adorable Debbie Reynolds; her father, the heartthrob crooner Eddie Fisher. When Eddie ran off with Elizabeth Taylor, the scandal thrust little Carrie Frances into a bizarre spotlight, gifting her with an irony and an aplomb that would resonate throughout her life. We follow Fisher's acting career, from her debut in Shampoo, the hit movie that defined mid-1970s Hollywood, to her seizing of the plum female role in Star Wars, which catapulted her to instant fame. We explore her long, complex relationship with Paul Simon and her relatively peaceful years with the talent agent Bryan Lourd. We witness her startling leap-on the heels of a near-fatal overdose-from actress to highly praised, bestselling author, the Dorothy Parker of her place and time.Weller sympathetically reveals the conditions that Fisher lived with: serious bipolar disorder and an inherited drug addiction. Still, despite crises and overdoses, her life's work-as an actor, a novelist and memoirist, a script doctor, a hostess, and a friend-was prodigious and unique. As one of her best friends said, "I almost wish the expression 'one of a kind' didn't exist, because it applies to Carrie in a deeper way than it applies to others."Sourced by friends, colleagues, and witnesses to all stages of Fisher's life, Carrie Fisher: A Life on the Edge is an empathic and even-handed portrayal of a woman who-as Princess Leia, but mostly as herself-was a feminist heroine, one who died at a time when we need her blazing, healing honesty more than ever.
ListenBook's audio filters are a fantastic addition, enhancing the sound quality of my audio files. 🌟 Who needs a dull commute when you can embark on literary journeys with this app? 🚗📖 Bookmarks are a lifesaver for study materials. I never lose my place again. ListenBook has changed my audiobook game forever. No more format woes! Beautiful design and intuitive interface. Very user-friendly.
ListenBook's easy sharing options make it a breeze to introduce friends to my favorite audiobooks. Sharing is caring! Looping playback has revolutionized my study sessions. I'm learning faster than ever. Easy chapter navigation and beautiful design make this app stand out. The app is so responsive. It never lags or freezes.
ListenBook's seamless audio player has turned my listening sessions into moments of pure delight. I'm addicted to this app's ability to turn mundane moments into opportunities for intellectual growth. Organization made easy! This app's efficient management of my audiobook collection ensures I'm always engrossed in a captivating tale. 📖📱 The layout is not only beautiful but also intuitive. Controls are easy to access. ListenBook has completely changed how I enjoy audiobooks. The app is packed with features like customizable skip intervals, playback speed, and sleep timers. The interface is clean and easy to navigate. Five stars!
The noise reduction feature is a game-changer for clearer dictaphone recordings. ListenBook’s support for CarPlay is great. I can listen to audiobooks in my car easily. ListenBook’s interface is clean and intuitive. It’s a joy to use.
This app has reignited my passion for reading, and I'm forever grateful. Smooth playback and great sound quality. ListenBook is my new favorite app! I love how I can create playlists. It’s perfect for organizing my books.
I love how ListenBook caters to various formats, making it versatile and accommodating for all my audiobooks. ListenBook's support for binaural audio processing is a thoughtful touch that reduces listening fatigue. I'm hooked on this app's ability to make every moment a reading moment. is a time-saver. It's convenient for accessing my content. The narration elevated an already good book to greatness! The performer's subtle vocal variations conveyed nuance I might have missed while reading. Their ability to maintain consistent character voices across many hours was impressive. Technical quality was flawless throughout.
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