I recently discovered a site called Librivox. They have a large catalogue of audiobooks which you can listen to for free. The books are read by volunteers (very well read - there is nothing amateurish about them) and are in the public domain which is why they are free. You can listen on your computer, lap-top or cellphone.
Being out of copyright means of course that they are older books but still very enjoyable nonetheless. There are many classics I am familiar with but have never read in their original version and it is interesting to listen to the full story. They are ideal for those boring chores like dusting or ironing or cooking when your brain is not engaged! I have just finished listening to Moby Dick and have started The Count of Monte Cristo. Who knows, I might even tackle War and Peace one day...
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Thanks for this - very interesting and we can't wait to try it out. Still loving doing the daily Wordle.
ReplyDeleteHope that you are feeling a bit better now Sandra.
Wendy (Wales)
Getting better thanks Wendy. Hope you like the Librivox. If you find there is more than one recording of a book I suggest you have a little listen to each to see whose voice you like best. My current one had 3, one female, one British male and one American male. I chose the British one as the accent feels more appropriate.
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