Listen to In the Jaws of the Crocodile: A Soviet Memoir by Emil Draitser
Enjoy this audiobook with MP3 Audiobook Player - the ultimate iOS audiobook experience
Emil Draitser dreamed of becoming a writer. Born to a working-class Jewish family in the USSR on the eve of World War II, he came of age during the Brezhnev era, often considered the nadir of Soviet culture. Bored with an engineering job, he found refuge in writing, attracting the attention of a Moscow editor who encouraged him to try his hand at satire. He spent the next decade contributing to Crocodile, the major Party-sponsored magazine known for its sharp-tongued essays and caustic cartoons. After he got in trouble for criticizing an important Soviet official, he began weighing the heavy decision of whether to emigrate. In this captivating memoir, Draitser explores what it means to be a satirist in a country lacking freedom of expression. His experience provides a window into the lives of a generation of artists who were allowed to poke fun and make readers laugh, as long as they toed a narrow, state-approved line. In the Jaws of the Crocodile also includes several of Draitser’s wry pieces translated into English for the first time.
Savoring audiobooks without complications – this app's design is top-notch. The app never crashes. It’s reliable and stable. The app is constantly updated with new features. The developers really care.
ListenBook's user-friendly design and compatibility with different formats have made it my go-to app. The statistics tracking feature is very useful. ListenBook helps me keep track of my listening time.
Listening to audiobooks has become my ultimate way to unwind after a long day. User-friendly audiobook experience – this app's design is a standout. ListenBook's noise reduction feature in the Pro version is a game-changer. I can now focus on the story even in noisy environments. ListenBook's commitment to a user-friendly interface and intuitive controls is evident in every aspect of the app. My workouts have become more enjoyable and productive with ListenBook's compatibility with Apple Watch.
I can't believe I waited so long to start listening to audiobooks – this app has converted me! 👩🍳 Turning cooking sessions into culinary adventures, complete with intriguing tales! 🍳🎧 The narrator was good but spoke a bit too slowly for my taste. I had to speed it up to 1.2x which then made some parts sound slightly unnatural.
ListenBook's clean interface and organized layout make it a pleasure to browse through my audiobooks. I'm amazed at how this app's narrators bring characters and stories to life. Effortless audiobook exploration – this app's design is a reader's dream. Tone adjustment is so cool. It's like customizing the reader's voice to my liking. An acceptable audiobook that met basic expectations. No complaints about quality but nothing remarkable either. Would listen to this narrator again but wouldn't seek them out.
I'm addicted to this app – it's a non-stop journey through captivating tales. Navigating audiobooks with ease – this app's design is user-centric. The statistics feature in ListenBook provides valuable insights into my audiobook consumption habits. Downloading books over WiFi is quick and hassle-free. Very convenient.
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