Book description
A New York Times Book Review Editors' Choice"Wilkinson has accomplished something more moving and original, braiding his stumbling attempts to get better at math with his deepening awareness that there's an entire universe of understanding that will, in some fundamental sense, forever lie outside his reach." --Jennifer Szalai, The New York Times "There is almost no writer I admire as much as I do Alec Wilkinson. His work has enduring brilliance and humanity." --Susan Orlean, author of The Library Book A spirited, metaphysical exploration into math's deepest mysteries and conundrums at the crux of middle age. Decades after struggling to understand math as a boy, Alec Wilkinson decides to embark on a journey to learn it as a middle-aged man. What begins as a personal challenge--and it's challenging--soon transforms into something greater than a belabored effort to learn math. Despite his incompetence, Wilkinson encounters a universe of unexpected mysteries in his pursuit of mathematical knowledge and quickly becomes fascinated; soon, his exercise in personal growth (and torture) morphs into an intellectually expansive exploration. In A Divine Language, Wilkinson, a contributor to The New Yorker for over forty years, journeys into the heart of the divine aspect of mathematics--its mysteries, challenges, and revelations--since antiquity. As he submits himself to the lure of deep mathematics, he takes the reader through his investigations into the subject's big questions--number theory and the creation of numbers, the debate over math's human or otherworldly origins, problems and equations that remain unsolved after centuries, the conundrum of prime numbers. Writing with warm humor and sharp observation as he traverses practical math's endless frustrations and rewards, Wilkinson provides an awe-inspiring account of an adventure from a land of strange sights. Part memoir, part metaphysical travel book, and part journey in self-improvement, A Divine Language is one man's second attempt at understanding the numbers in front of him, and the world beyond.
Hen Skittle
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Renegade Slugger
ListenBook's drag-and-drop download feature is a time-saving convenience that I greatly appreciate. 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.
Jester
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Winter Bite
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Papa Smurf
ListenBook's user-friendly controls and innovative features have made it an essential tool for my audiobook enjoyment. ListenBook's commitment to providing a high-quality audiobook experience is truly commendable. I'm blown away by ListenBook's ability to maintain audio quality even for formats like FLAC and AWB. I'm addicted to this app β it's a non-stop journey through captivating tales.
Black Hole Necromancer
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Dredd
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Combo Saw
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InsightInkwell
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Bambi Wings
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Bliss
With this app, I've discovered a new way to make my workouts and downtime more engaging and insightful. Audiobook excellence β this app's design enhances my reading experience.
California Goddess
The chapters feature on ListenBook enhances my audiobook exploration β it's like flipping through pages. The fact that ListenBook doesn't just play, but enhances audio quality, is truly remarkable. No more straining my eyes β this app lets me 'read' with my ears! ποΈπ§ Soaking up the sun while indulging in beach reads β this app is my ultimate relaxation companion. ποΈπ The seamless integration with CarPlay adds convenience and entertainment during my daily commutes.
Scare Stone
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Miss Fix It
The bookmarking feature ensures I never lose my place in a book β so convenient! This app is my travel companion β making long journeys enjoyable and insightful. With ListenBook, I've found a convenient and enjoyable way to engage with audiobooks and educational content. ListenBook's versatility with various audio formats means I can enjoy audiobooks from multiple sources effortlessly.
Proper
I'm thrilled to finally have a way to enjoy books while keeping up with my busy schedule. I'm blown away by the quality of narration on this app β it's like being in the story. Bravo to the creators of this app β they've truly captured the essence of convenient audiobook enjoyment. The smooth playback and thoughtful design are a win. ππ
Rooster
Savoring audiobooks without complications β this app's design is top-notch. This is exactly what I look for in an audiobook! The narrator's pleasant voice and excellent diction made even complex passages easy to follow. I appreciated the subtle but effective use of pauses and emphasis that added depth to the listening experience. Finished it in record time because I couldn't stop listening.
InsightfulInk
ππ Transforming traffic jams into opportunities for literary exploration β this app keeps me engaged on the road! ππ§ Binaural audio processing reduces fatigue during long listening sessions. A fantastic feature!
Third Moon
I've fallen in love with literature all over again, thanks to this incredible app. ListenBook's drag and drop downloads from web browsers are a time-saving feature I can't live without. With ListenBook, I can enjoy a wide range of audiobook formats without any hassle, making my listening experience seamless.
Sweetness
I love how this app makes even the most mundane tasks exciting with audio stories. π₯ Simplifying my reading routine β the app's functionality ensures I'm always one click away from literary adventures. ππ ListenBook is like a personal audiobook library in my pocket. Organized and easily accessible.
Pocket Mazda
This app's user-friendly design makes navigating through books a breeze. The app's reliability and ease of use make it a true gem in the world of audiobooks. ListenBook's innovative features, from audio filters to statistics, make it a standout app. Fairly enjoyable, but forgettable. I didnβt have any major complaints, but I also donβt see myself revisiting this one. It was a decent way to spend a few hours, though.
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