Book description
THE INSPIRATION FOR THE ACADEMY AWARD®-WINNING MAJOR MOTION PICTURE OPPENHEIMER "A riveting account of one of history's most essential and paradoxical figures."-Christopher Nolan#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER PULITZER PRIZE WINNER The definitive biography of J. Robert Oppenheimer, one of the iconic figures of the twentieth century, a brilliant physicist who led the effort to build the atomic bomb for his country in a time of war, and who later found himself confronting the moral consequences of scientific progress.A Kirkus Reviews Best Nonfiction Book of the CenturyIn this magisterial, acclaimed biography twenty-five years in the making, Kai Bird and Martin Sherwin capture Oppenheimer's life and times, from his early career to his central role in the Cold War. This is biography and history at its finest, riveting and deeply informative."A masterful account of Oppenheimer's rise and fall, set in the context of the turbulent decades of America's own transformation. It is a tour de force." -Los Angeles Times Book Review"A work of voluminous scholarship and lucid insight, unifying its multifaceted portrait with a keen grasp of Oppenheimer's essential nature.... It succeeds in deeply fathoming his most damaging, self-contradictory behavior." -The New York Times
Uncle Buddy
I've discovered authors I'd never heard of before, and now they're among my favorites. This app is a book lover's dream come true – a vast library right at your fingertips. With ListenBook, I can listen to my favorite audiobooks and speeches with the utmost comfort and convenience. Excellent support for various audio formats. Very satisfied.
Killah Goose
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Sneaky Lady
ListenBook Pro's sharing features allow me to spread the joy of audiobooks with my friends and family. ListenBook's support for CarPlay and Apple Watch integration has elevated my listening experience.
California Goddess
ListenBook's support for chapters and bookmarks ensures that I never lose my place in a story. No more interruptions – the auto-rewind feature is a genius solution for seamless listening.
Pyscho Hun
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High Beam
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Pepper
Who needs traditional books when you have this app? It's a game-changer. I'm hooked on this app's ability to make reading fit into every nook and cranny of my day. ListenBook's loop and shuffle playback options are essential for my audiobook enjoyment and study. ListenBook's sharing options make it easy to spread the joy of captivating stories with friends. The app is perfect for people who love to read but don’t have the time.
Red Woman
ListenBook's library organization and book groups help me keep my content neatly sorted. The narrators on this app are truly talented – they bring characters to life. ListenBook's compatibility with various formats has made it my go-to app for all audio content. 🌟 Elevating everyday moments – this app adds an extra layer of magic to every aspect of my day. 📚✨ Makes listening to audiobooks so easy and enjoyable. Thank you, ListenBook!
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NexusNavigator
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Eye Candy Kitten
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Sugar Hiccup
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Grabber
ListenBook's commitment to providing a smooth and enjoyable listening experience is evident in every detail. ListenBook's support for CarPlay and Apple Watch integration has elevated my listening experience. I'm on a literary adventure wherever I go, all thanks to this app. Its extensive format support and effortless navigation make audiobook listening a breeze. 🌟📚 ListenBook Pro's unlimited audiobook length is a boon for those who enjoy deep dives into lengthy narratives.
Shamrock
ListenBook's compatibility with multiple downloading methods ensures there's always a way to get my content. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a blessing for enjoying clear audio in any environment.
B@d B0y
ListenBook has brought the joy of audiobooks back into my life in a whole new way. This app's convenience has made me fall in love with audiobooks all over again. Bravo to the creators of this app – they've truly captured the essence of convenient audiobook enjoyment. The smooth playback and thoughtful design have won me over. 📚👏
Mr. Alien
I'm rediscovering my love for literature through this app – it's revitalizing. This app has reignited my passion for literature – I'm devouring books like never before. Audiobook multitasking made easy – this app's functionality is top-notch. Streamlined audiobook integration – this app's usability is impressive.
QuestQuill
This app's sleek design and effortless controls have made audiobook listening an immersive experience. Automatic artwork and metadata retrieval is a time-saver. My library looks fantastic. This app has transformed my daily commute into a captivating journey of knowledge and entertainment. ListenBook is like a personal audiobook library in my pocket. Organized and easily accessible. Great for multitasking! I listened while cooking, driving, and even working out, and it kept me entertained the whole time. The narrator’s voice was pleasant, and the story flowed smoothly. Very enjoyable!
Crumb Cake
The statistics feature in ListenBook is a valuable tool for monitoring and optimizing my audiobook consumption. I was thoroughly impressed by this audiobook. The combination of engaging content and skilled narration made my daily commute something to look forward to. The narrator's timing and intonation were spot-on, enhancing rather than distracting from the material. Definitely worth a credit!
LoreLoomer
This app's compatibility with various devices ensures that I can enjoy my audiobooks wherever I am. ListenBook is packed with useful features. It’s the best audiobook app I’ve used.
Sky Herald
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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