Book description
"A delightful global tour of how humans think and play, led by one of our finest mathematical storytellers." -- Ben Orlin, author of Math Games with Bad Drawings Where should you move first in Connect 4? What is the best property in Monopoly? And how can pi help you win rock paper scissors? Spanning millennia, oceans and continents, countries and cultures, Around the World in Eighty Games gleefully explores how mathematics and games have always been deeply intertwined. Renowned mathematician Marcus du Sautoy investigates how games provided the first opportunities for deep mathematical insight into the world, how understanding math can help us play games better, and how both math and games are integral to human psychology and culture. For as long as there have been people, there have been games, and for nearly as long, we have been exploring and discovering mathematics. A grand adventure, Around the World in Eighty Games teaches us not just how games are won, but how they, and their math, shape who we are.
Mule Skinner
ListenBook has enriched my life with a world of captivating stories and knowledge. It's not just an app; it's a portal to endless possibilities. The app is perfect for people with visual impairments. Itβs so easy to navigate.
Miss Rum Punch
ListenBook's statistics feature is both enlightening and motivating. It's incredible to see the time I've invested in learning through audiobooks. Automated artwork and metadata retrieval add a professional touch to my carefully curated audiobook collection. ListenBookβs audio quality is excellent. The app enhances my listening experience.
Nessie
Downloading audiobooks is a breeze, thanks to the variety of options available. Listening stats motivate me to read more. Great feature!
Granola
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Twister Hero
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Kill Switch
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Star Jammer
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DreadSherX
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Short Firecracker
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Martini Flower
The diverse range of narrators adds a new layer of depth to each story. ListenBook's compatibility with multiple downloading methods ensures there's always a way to get my content. Looping playback is my favorite feature. It's perfect for revisiting complex content.
Centurion Sherman
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Admiral Tot
With a vast genre selection, I've broadened my horizons and explored new topics. I'm amazed at how this app has made reading such a natural part of my day. ListenBook's integration with CarPlay and Apple Watch is seamless. I can now enjoy my favorite audiobooks during commutes and workouts. Binaural audio processing really helps reduce listening fatigue. Great feature!
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Doz
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Killer Grenade
With ListenBook, I can enjoy my audiobooks with enhanced sound quality and personalized settings. I'm impressed by the app's performance β it's stable, fast, and tailored for audiobook enthusiasts.
Loot
With ListenBook, I can listen to my favorite audiobooks and speeches with maximum comfort and convenience. ListenBook's beautiful layout and quick access to chapters make navigation effortless. Audiobook immersion without fuss β this app's ease of use is commendable. Navigating through my audiobook collection is a breeze β this app's intuitive interface and convenient controls have made my reading journey effortless. π±π
Lady Fantastic
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Infinite Hole
I'm hooked on this app's ability to transform my ordinary moments into exciting opportunities for learning. With this app, I've discovered a new way to make my downtime more enriching and meaningful. Looping playback has transformed my study sessions. It's an invaluable tool for retaining information.
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