Book description
Imagine your morning commute. Not the traffic jam, but the quiet moment when you step out of your front door. That's where Peter Cox's Anthropocene Mobilities begins-and where the entire world, and our role in it, starts to shift. This isn't just another book about climate change; it's a profound, deeply human exploration of how the simple act of moving through the world-walking, cycling, even choosing a bus-shapes not just our planet, but who we are. Cox, a sustainable travel expert, makes the invisible visible: your choice to walk instead of drive isn't just personal; it's a vote for a more just, healthier world, building what he calls "anthropocene citizenship"-responsibility woven into every step.
Hearing this as an audiobook is transformative. Cox's voice, calm and deeply thoughtful, turns complex ideas into something you feel while walking your own neighborhood. You'll hear how "commoning"-shared care for our streets and paths-connects to fighting global inequality, or how learning to perceive movement differently (like noticing the rhythm of a bike ride) reshapes your relationship with the earth. It's not preachy; it's an invitation. He dismantles the myth that individual choices don't matter, showing instead how they ripple out: walking communities foster connection, cycling reduces emissions, and mindful travel becomes a daily practice of hope. You'll find yourself pausing your walk, suddenly aware of the city's pulse, the people around you, and your place within a larger, interconnected story.
This audiobook is a gift for anyone who's ever wondered, "What can I actually do?" It answers with elegance and urgency, proving that citizenship in the Anthropocene isn't about grand gestures-it's in the quiet, active choices we make every single day. For students seeking purpose, scholars wanting fresh frameworks (Cox brilliantly applies Hartmut Rosa's theories to mobility), or simply anyone craving a meaningful shift in perspective, this isn't just a book to read-it's a companion for your next journey. Press play, step outside, and discover how moving through the world can finally move the world toward us.
Nightmare King
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Cowboy Booter
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Helmet Destroyer
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Phoenix Sparrow
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Ember Master
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MuseMaster
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Mechani-Man
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Microwave
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DreamWeaver
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Highlander Monk
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Miss Lucky
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Freeway
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PixelPathfinder
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Flint
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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