Book description
A celebration of the brave, drunken pioneers who built our civilization one seemingly bad decision at a time, A Brief History of Vice explores a side of the past that mainstream history books prefer to hide. History has never been more fun--or more intoxicating. Guns, germs, and steel might have transformed us from hunter-gatherers into modern man, but booze, sex, trash talk, and tripping built our civilization. Cracked editor Robert Evans brings his signature dogged research and lively insight to uncover the many and magnificent ways vice has influenced history, from the prostitute-turned-empress who scored a major victory for women's rights to the beer that helped create--and destroy--South America's first empire. And Evans goes deeper than simply writing about ancient debauchery; he recreates some of history's most enjoyable (and most painful) vices and includes guides so you can follow along at home. You'll learn how to: - Trip like a Greek philosopher. - Rave like your Stone Age ancestors. - Get drunk like a Sumerian. - Smoke a nose pipe like a pre-Columbian Native American. "Mixing science, humor, and grossly irresponsible self-experimentation, Evans paints a vivid picture of how bad habits built the world we know and love."--David Wong, author of John Dies at the End
Jersey
This app has become my loyal companion during travels and relaxation times. ListenBookβs design is sleek and modern. The app is a pleasure to use. A middle-of-the-road audiobook that neither impressed nor disappointed. The narrator's voice was agreeable enough for extended listening, though their character differentiation could have been stronger. The production met basic industry standards without any standout qualities.
Swampmasher
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Sass Burst
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Cool Iris
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Kawaii Red
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Preach Man
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Pluto
I love how ListenBook caters to various formats, making it versatile and accommodating for all my audiobooks. ListenBook's support for playlists in CUE format is a detail-oriented touch I truly appreciate. I love that ListenBook supports a wide range of formats, making my library diverse.
Boost
ListenBook's compatibility with different formats ensures I never have to worry about file conversions. ListenBook's support for a wide range of formats means I can listen to all my favorite content without worries. The auto-rewind feature after interruptions is a small thing that makes a big difference. The listening stats feature is awesome. I can track my audiobook habits effortlessly.
2nd Hand Joe
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Sprinkle Lovenuts
This app is a must-have for any book lover on the go β it's my daily companion. I'm hooked on this app's ability to make every moment a reading moment.
Alias Stick
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Drift
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Pixy Mox
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Vortex
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Jester
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Atomic Blastoid
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Mantis Queen
ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a game-changer for improving audio quality and clarity. I love the chapter navigation feature. ListenBook makes it easy to find specific sections.
VisionVoyager
This app isn't just a tool, it's a wellspring of inspiration and positive vibes. ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch, combined with its chapters, controls, and filters, make it the ultimate audiobook app! I've never experienced such a smooth audiobook player. The playback is seamless. Adjusting the tone of the voice is an innovative feature that enhances the immersion in the content.
CoB@lt
Thanks to ListenBook's binaural audio processing, my extended listening sessions are fatigue-free. Thanks to ListenBook, downloading audiobooks has become effortless, regardless of the source.
ManMaker
I can't believe how much I've 'read' since I started using this app. Audiobook listening has never been this easy and convenient β it's like having a personal narrator. This app's seamless integration with my devices has made audiobook listening a hassle-free experience. π± Turning my phone into a portal of endless stories β this app is pure magic! πβ¨ Solid performance, but not outstanding. The narrator did a fine job, though their tone was a bit monotonous at times. The story itself was engaging enough, but I wouldnβt call it unforgettable.
Playing a wide variety of audio formats
Works on all devices with iOS 13 and newer
Huge amount of features for a small price
Frequent updates to add new features and improve existing ones
Advanced playback controls
Live sound processing
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice and noise reduction
Translated into more than 20 languages
If you love listening to fiction audiobooks, ListenBook has features to make the process easier.
Edit book data: title, author, cover
Use equalizer to make the sound comfortable for you
Adjust the playback speed
Enjoy dark and light app themes
Supported formats: MP3, M4B, AWB, FLAC, OGG audio files and many more (must be DRM free)
Auto-Bookmarks make it easy to find your place
AirPlay support allows redirection of audio output.
VoiceOver support
Dark mode for night owls
Convenient bookmarking system helps you mark the most important places.
Unlimited bookmarks for each audiobook
Put your own cover on the wager
Share your audiobook with friends
Lock-screen control
Customise app with extensive options
Sleep timer with shake to reset, set custom notification sounds, and a few unique options
Auto rewind depending on paused time, customize rewind times to your liking
Removing background noise from recordings made in classrooms and meetings
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice for a better listening experience