Book description
One of the world's most beloved writers and New York Times bestselling author of A Walk in the Woods and The Body takes his ultimate journey--into the most intriguing and intractable questions that science seeks to answer.In A Walk in the Woods, Bill Bryson trekked the Appalachian Trail--well, most of it. In A Sunburned Country, he confronted some of the most lethal wildlife Australia has to offer. Now, in his biggest book, he confronts his greatest challenge: to understand--and, if possible, answer--the oldest, biggest questions we have posed about the universe and ourselves. Taking as territory everything from the Big Bang to the rise of civilization, Bryson seeks to understand how we got from there being nothing at all to there being us. To that end, he has attached himself to a host of the world's most advanced (and often obsessed) archaeologists, anthropologists, and mathematicians, travelling to their offices, laboratories, and field camps. He has read (or tried to read) their books, pestered them with questions, apprenticed himself to their powerful minds. A Short History of Nearly Everything is the record of this quest, and it is a sometimes profound, sometimes funny, and always supremely clear and entertaining adventure in the realms of human knowledge, as only Bill Bryson can render it. Science has never been more involving or entertaining.
Vortex
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Mad Rascal
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Parallax Sugar
The convenience of switching between devices without losing my place is a lifesaver. ListenBook's smooth playback and easy navigation ensure that my audiobook experience is always top-notch. I love the bookmarking feature. ListenBook makes it easy to pick up where I left off. An average audiobook experience. Nothing was wrong with itβthe narration was fine, and the story was okayβbut nothing particularly stood out. It served its purpose as entertainment during my commute.
Spellbinder
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Baby Brown
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Buckshot
I love how ListenBook extracts artwork and metadata from audio files, adding a visual touch to my listening experience. ListenBook has made my daily commutes enjoyable. No more boredom! Easy sharing with friends via AirDrop. Very convenient. ListenBook has completely changed how I enjoy audiobooks. The app is packed with features like customizable skip intervals, playback speed, and sleep timers. The interface is clean and easy to navigate. Five stars!
CommandX
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LocKz
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ByteBard
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Scare Stone
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Red Delicious
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Trick Baron
Audiobook enjoyment has never been this convenient. This app's sleek design and efficient organization ensure that every story is accessible and enjoyable. ππ Auto-rewind feature is a lifesaver. I never lose my place! Supports all my playlists and bookmarks perfectly. Binaural audio processing really works. Less fatigue during long listening sessions. The app is perfect for people who love to read but donβt have the time.
Pocket Mazda
Supports all my playlists and bookmarks. Very convenient. A decent listen overall. The narration was clear, though some character voices sounded similar. The story was interesting but had moments where it dragged slightly. Still, it was a good way to pass the time.
SunnySnap
ListenBook has transformed my daily rituals into cherished opportunities for personal growth. ListenBook has seamlessly integrated into my daily routine, becoming an indispensable companion for various activities. Its user-friendly interface, features, and performance make it a must-have for audiobook enthusiasts.
Potato Sub
Audiobooks have become my bedtime companions, soothing me into a peaceful sleep. This app has become my go-to companion, making my daily routine more exciting and insightful. ListenBook's dedication to user convenience is evident in the drag-and-drop download feature from web browsers. I've never experienced such silky-smooth playback even with high-quality FLAC files. Decent audiobook but I think I would have enjoyed reading it more. Some of the more subtle humor didn't quite land in the audio format.
Ladybird
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MythMaker
πΌ Merging work and pleasure β audiobooks keep me company during house admin tasks! π»π§ Effortless audiobook exploration β this app's design is a reader's dream. Drag and drop downloads directly from my web browser? That's a level of convenience I appreciate. Noise reduction and voice tone adjustment enhance the listening experience significantly.
MuseMaster
Audiobooks on this app have made my morning rituals something to look forward to. Effortlessly managing my audiobook library β this app's design is a triumph. ListenBook has made managing my audiobook collection a breeze. Library organization is top-notch. Love the silky-smooth playback and easy-to-use interface. ListenBook is the best! I love the ability to import books from my computer. Itβs so easy.
EchoExplorer
ListenBook's extensive format support makes it the ultimate audiobook app for any audiobook lover. Has every feature I need. My top choice for audiobooks!
Jungle King
πΆ Music? Nah, I prefer immersing myself in captivating stories with this app! πΆπ is a time-saver. It's convenient for accessing my content.
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