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Description

By the term audio books we mean recorded books whereby the voice of the narrator has been recorded onto cassettes, CDs or DVDs. These are made specifically for individuals who have difficulty in reading printed books, such as individuals with sight problems, dyslexia, etc.

Audio books and the non-visually impaired

The first recorded audio books date back to the beginning of the 20th century, when well-known actors recorded classical books onto gramophone records. Today audio books, are becoming more and more popular among the greater population who like to listen to literature while driving or working out. Children’s books are also being recorded.

Audio books and the visually-impaired

Audio books represent the easiest way for visually-impaired individuals to comprehend the contents of a book. They are easy to use, don’t require special equipment or a computer and can cover a large spectrum of published works from university writings to technical handbooks and children’s books.

Audio books at Lighthouse For The Blind

The Audio Book Lending Library includes more than 3,000 titles and is accessible through the internet.
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