Book description
Our brains are the most complex machines known to humankind, but they have an Achilles heel: the very molecules that allow us to exist can also sabotage our minds. Here are gripping accounts of unruly molecules and the diseases that form in their wake.A college student cannot remember if she has eaten breakfast. By dinner, she is strapped to a hospital bed, convinced she is battling zombies. A man planning to propose marriage instead becomes violently enraged, gripped by body spasms so severe that he nearly bites off his own tongue. One after another, poor farmers in South Carolina drop dead from a mysterious epidemic of dementia.With an intoxicating blend of history and intrigue, Sara Manning Peskin invites readers to play medical detective, tracing each diagnosis from the patient to an ailing nervous system. Along the way, Peskin entertains with tales of the sometimes outlandish, often criticized, and forever devoted scientists who discovered it all.Peskin never loses sight of the human impact of these conditions. Alzheimer's Disease is more than the gradual loss of a loved one; it can be a family's multigenerational curse. The proteins that abound in every cell of our bodies are not simply strings of oxygen, hydrogen, nitrogen, and carbon; they are the building blocks of our personalities and relationships. A Molecule Away from Madness is an unputdownable journey into the deepest mysteries of our brains.
Cricket
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Parallax Sugar
I love that I can switch between fiction and non-fiction effortlessly. Automatic extraction of artwork and metadata adds a touch of elegance to my audiobook collection.
Spicy Thunder
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Oblivion
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Snake Eyes
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Solo Kill
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Skull Crusher
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Abyss Tamer
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Roadblock
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Mother Hen
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NexusNavigator
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LifeRobber
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Referee
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Fast FLAK
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Spontan8ty
ListenBook's support for a variety of download methods means I can access my content in the way that suits me best. ListenBook is the perfect blend of technology and art, turning audio into an unforgettable experience.
Fennel Dove
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Bug Fire
ListenBook is a prime example of user-centered design. It's clear that the developers understand audiobook lovers' needs. Perfect for studying with its playback controls and audio filters. Excellent app! Sharing audiobooks via AirDrop is incredibly convenient. Great feature!
Venious
The auto-rewind feature is a small detail that enhances my listening experience. It's these thoughtful touches that matter! The interface is sleek and intuitive, making my audiobook experience a joy. The bookmark feature is fantastic. I can easily pick up where I left off. The app is perfect for long flights. It keeps me entertained the whole time.
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