Book description
Travel to space and back with astronaut Chris Hadfield's "enthralling" bestseller as your eye-opening guide (Slate). Colonel Chris Hadfield has spent decades training as an astronaut and has logged nearly 4000 hours in space. During this time he has broken into a Space Station with a Swiss army knife, disposed of a live snake while piloting a plane, and been temporarily blinded while clinging to the exterior of an orbiting spacecraft. The secret to Col. Hadfield's success-and survival-is an unconventional philosophy he learned at NASA: prepare for the worst- and enjoy every moment of it. In An Astronaut's Guide to Life on Earth, Col. Hadfield takes readers deep into his years of training and space exploration to show how to make the impossible possible. Through eye-opening, entertaining stories filled with the adrenaline of launch, the mesmerizing wonder of spacewalks, and the measured, calm responses mandated by crises, he explains how conventional wisdom can get in the way of achievement -- and happiness. His own extraordinary education in space has taught him some counterintuitive lessons: don't visualize success, do care what others think, and always sweat the small stuff. You might never be able to build a robot, pilot a spacecraft, make a music video or perform basic surgery in zero gravity like Col. Hadfield. But his vivid and refreshing insights will teach you how to think like an astronaut, and will change, completely, the way you view life on Earth -- especially your own. "Hadfield proves himself to be not only a fierce explorer of the universe, but also a deeply thoughtful explorer of the human condition." --Maria Popova, Brain Pickings
Club Nola
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Spontan8ty
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Pyscho Hun
My child has also fallen in love with audiobooks, all thanks to the app's kid-friendly collection. Audiobooks on this app have made me look forward to my long commutes. π§ββοΈβ Unwinding with a cup of tea and a captivating audiobook β relaxation meets intellectual stimulation. π΅π Audiobook joy made simple β this app's ease of use is a game-changer. The ability to play various audio formats without conversion is amazing. ListenBook is top-notch.
MindfulMingle
I can't believe how much more I'm 'reading' now, thanks to this app. Makes audiobook listening super easy and enjoyable. Thanks, ListenBook!
JigKraken
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Starshine
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Old Regret
πΆββοΈπ§ Walking has never been this productive β exploring new worlds while I exercise! ποΈπ« Effortlessly exploring new worlds β this app's design is user-centric and efficient. I've recommended ListenBook to all my fellow bookworms. It's a true companion for audiobook lovers. Looping playback of a single track helps me focus and absorb complex content. 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.
Speedwell
The app's performance is top-notch. It's stable, responsive, and optimized for a seamless audiobook experience. Kudos to the developers! It was fine. The narrator did an adequate job but nothing about the performance particularly stood out to me. Got me through my commute though.
Mud Eye
I love how this app turns even the dullest tasks into exciting storytelling moments. Effortlessly accessing my favorite audiobooks has become a reality, all thanks to this app's user-centric design and comprehensive format support. A must-download! π±π§
MysticMingle
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Muzish
Listening to audiobooks has become a ritual, thanks to this incredible app. This app has helped me achieve my reading goals and explore new genres effortlessly. π Embracing reading in the busiest of times β this app is my everyday escape! ππββοΈ I love the ability to share my progress with friends. Itβs a fun feature. Perfect narration for this genre! The voice actorβs tone matched the atmosphere of the book, enhancing the overall experience. No complaintsβjust a smooth, enjoyable listen from beginning to end.
Atlantic Rim
I can't believe how easy it is to download and manage my audio content using ListenBook. What a fantastic listening experience! The narrator brought the characters to life with distinct voices and emotional depth. The pacing was perfect - not too fast to lose details, not too slow to become boring. I particularly appreciated how well the narrator conveyed the atmosphere of key scenes.
Sweetness
Navigating audiobooks with ease β this app's functionality is a standout. Book groups are a thoughtful addition. It's like having virtual bookshelves! The customizable controls and playback options cater perfectly to different audiobook preferences.
Whip 2T
I've become a more empathetic listener thanks to the emotional depth of audiobooks. I can't get enough of this app's convenience β it has transformed my audiobook journey into a joyous experience. π± Audiobooks at my fingertips β this app's ease of use is a booklover's dream come true! ππ₯ ListenBook has become an integral part of my daily routine. Its compatibility with Apple Watch and CarPlay makes it the ultimate companion for various activities.
Bad Bunny
The ListenBook app has made my daily routines more enriching, allowing me to learn while on the go. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a fantastic addition that enhances my audio experience. Audiobook multitasking made easy β this app's functionality is top-notch. Binaural audio processing reduces listening fatigue. Fantastic feature!
Trick Baron
Finally, an app that lets me enjoy my personal audiobooks, lectures, and speeches effortlessly. Noise reduction on ListenBook Pro is impressive. It's like getting a clear, immersive listening experience.
Miss Mustard
ListenBook has become my ultimate audiobook companion. It enhances every listening session. Downloading over WiFi is quick and efficient. Saves a lot of time. I love the ability to change the font size. It makes reading the titles so easy.
PixelPathfinder
I love that I can download content directly from the internet within the ListenBook app β so handy! The app is so well-designed. Itβs clear the developers put a lot of thought into it.
Lord Pistachio
The compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch sets ListenBook apart from the rest. The statistics feature in ListenBook is a valuable tool for monitoring and optimizing my audiobook consumption. Not bad, but not amazing either. The narratorβs voice was pleasant, though some parts felt a bit rushed. The story had its moments, but I wouldnβt necessarily recommend it over similar titles in the genre.
Noh Noh
Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop and Sharing on ListenBook is a fantastic way to spread the joy of listening. ListenBook's commitment to providing top-notch audio quality has taken my audiobook experience to a new level. The listening stats feature is awesome. I can track my audiobook habits effortlessly. 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. I've listened to hundreds of audiobooks, and this one stands out for its professional quality. The narrator struck the ideal balance between dramatic interpretation and letting the text speak for itself. The audio engineering was superb with consistent volume levels and crystal-clear recording.
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