Book description
A captivating drama from the frontlines of the race to save birds set against the devastating loss of one third of the avian population. Three years ago, headlines delivered shocking news: nearly three billion birds in North America have vanished over the past fifty years. No species has been spared, from the most delicate jeweled hummingbirds to scrappy black crows, from a rainbow of warblers to common birds such as owls and sparrows. In a desperate race against time, scientists, conservationists, birders, wildlife officers, and philanthropists are scrambling to halt the collapse of species with bold, experimental, and sometimes risky rescue missions. High in the mountains of Hawaii, biologists are about to release clouds of laboratory-bred mosquitos in a last-ditch attempt to save Hawaii's remaining native forest birds. In Central Florida, researchers have found a way to hatch Florida Grasshopper Sparrows in captivity to rebuild a species down to its last two dozen birds. In the Sierra Nevada Mountains, a team is using artificial intelligence to save the California Spotted Owl. In North Carolina, a scientist is experimenting with genomics borrowed from human medicine to bring the long-extinct Passenger Pigeon back to life. For the past year, veteran journalists Anders and Beverly Gyllenhaal traveled more than 25,000 miles across the Americas, chronicling costly experiments, contentious politics, and new technologies to save our beloved birds from the brink of extinction. Through this compelling drama, A Wing and a Prayer offers hope and an urgent call to action: Birds are dying at an unprecedented pace. But there are encouraging breakthroughs across the hemisphere and still time to change course, if we act quickly.
Venious
ListenBookβs playback is smooth and reliable. I never have issues with audio quality. I've found my new favorite narrator! Their voice was perfectly suited to this material, with just the right blend of authority and approachability. The production quality was broadcast-level - no distracting breaths, clicks, or inconsistent volume. Already looking for more of their work.
Spoiler Betty
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Sepukku
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ByteBard
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Danqqqqq
Audiobook multitasking simplified β this app's functionality is truly commendable. Decent narration, predictable story. The voice actor did a good job, but the plot followed a familiar formula. If youβre looking for something new and groundbreaking, this might not be it.
Chocolate Thunder
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HedgeH0g2
The customer support team is responsive and always ready to assist. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a creative way to share the love of literature. Makes audiobook listening super easy and enjoyable. Thank you!
Dr. Cocktail
Simplifying audiobook management β this app's functionality is a true asset. No more hassle with formats β this app ensures my audiobook adventures are smooth, and my favorite tales are just a tap away. Highly recommended! ππ§ ListenBook's dedication to providing an exceptional listening experience shines through in every aspect of the app. Sharing audiobooks with friends is so easy with AirDrop. It's a great way to spread happiness. ListenBook has all the features I need. My go-to audiobook app!
Reed Lady
Changing the tone of the sound on ListenBook Pro adds a personalized touch to my audiobook experience. Enhancing my daily routines β this app's design makes listening a joy.
Moon Laser
ListenBook's user-friendly interface and seamless playback have made it my go-to app. This app is a gift for book lovers who struggle to find reading time. ListenBook is the ultimate audiobook player. The app supports all formats, and the import process is seamless. I love the playback history featureβitβs so easy to revisit my favorite parts. Highly recommend this app! A perfectly acceptable audiobook that fulfilled its purpose. The narration was competent if not particularly memorable, and the production quality was standard for the genre. It served as decent background entertainment during mundane tasks.
Mindless Bobcat
ListenBook's support for various audio formats means I never have to worry about compatibility issues. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop and Sharing on ListenBook is a fantastic way to spread the joy of listening.
NightDream
π Farewell, boredom during ironing sessions β audiobooks make it a breeze! ππ§ ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is like a magic wand, transforming noisy environments into serene listening spaces.
Drop Stone
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Tan Stallion
Streamlining my audiobook journey β this app's design is top-notch. Noise reduction and tone changing enhance the listening experience. Love it! AirDrop sharing makes it easy to share audiobooks. Great feature!
Betty Cricket
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Hang 11
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Chicago Blackout
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High Deck
Gone are the days of waiting for the right time to read β this app is always ready. This served its purpose as background listening while I worked. I probably missed some details but the narrator's voice was pleasant enough.
Grave Scuttlebutt
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Fuzzy Rainbow
ππ Exploring stories even with my eyes off the page β this app is a bedtime dream! π΄π§ Sharing audiobooks through AirDrop is a delightful way to share the joy of storytelling with friends and family. It fosters connections and conversations.
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