Audi book

An Audi book (or audiobook) is a work of literature presented in sound recording format. Instead of reading the text through the eyes, a person listens to it, which makes literature more accessible and flexible to use.

History and development

The first audiobooks appeared in the 20th century and were intended for people with visual impairments. Over time, the format became popular with a wide audience due to the development of tape recorders, CDs, and then digital technologies.

Advantages of audiobooks

1. Convenience - you can listen in transport, during sports or household chores.
2. Saving time - audio format allows you to combine reading with other things.
3. Emotional expressiveness - professional acting voice acting conveys intonation, characters and atmosphere.
4. Accessibility - Audiobooks help people with vision limitations or reading difficulties.

Where are audi books listened to?

Special services and applications (Audible, Storytel, Liters).
Free libraries and online platforms.
Built-in features in e-books and smartphones.

Current trends

Today, not only classical works are popular, but also exclusive audio performances with the participation of several actors, musical accompaniment and special effects. Increasingly, authors publish books in two formats at once: print and audio.

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