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.
Sky Bully
I'm amazed at how effortlessly I can immerse myself in books through this app. 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.
ZenaCake
ListenBook's player features, like chapters and bookmarks, make it a versatile tool for any listener. The detailed listening stats are fantastic. Helps me keep track of my progress.
Hobo Samurai
The range of self-help and personal development audiobooks is truly enriching. Audiobooks have become my bedtime companions, soothing me into a peaceful sleep. ListenBookβs playback is silky-smooth. The app never glitches.
Girl Brownie
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Pocket Mazda
User-centric audiobook joy β this app's ease of use is a true marvel. ListenBookβs bookmarking feature is incredibly useful. I never lose my place in a book. The interface is so clean and clutter-free. Itβs a pleasure to use.
Trash
No more carrying heavy books β this app has transformed my reading habits. Book groups help me keep series together and navigate my collection more efficiently. A great feature!
SkyGod
ListenBook Pro's tone adjustment feature is a fascinating way to add a personal touch to my audiobook journey. I love how I can create playlists. Itβs perfect for organizing my books.
Friday Ferrari
I appreciate how ListenBook offers various methods for downloading audio β it caters to different preferences. ListenBook's multiple ways to download audio, including from the internet, are a game-changer. The statistics tracking feature is very useful. ListenBook helps me keep track of my listening time.
Eight Patrol
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Mad Irishman
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Killer Grenade
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Spooky Electric
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Fuzzy Claws
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Storm Master
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Alley Fiend
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Kazmii
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Juno Cream
ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature has made my dictaphone recordings much more comfortable to listen to. This app has transformed my daily routines into immersive storytelling experiences. π± An entire library at my fingertips β this app is a book lover's dream come true! ππ Audiobooks have become my constant companions, and this app's seamless functionality and diverse compatibility ensure that every tale is a captivating journey. ππ§ The app is perfect for multitasking. I can listen while doing other things.
Grave Digger
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Lady Katniss
I'm rediscovering my favorite classics in a whole new way β through audiobooks! CUE playlist support helps me organize my audiobooks efficiently. It's a great organizational tool. Supports all audio formats I use without issues. Very happy. The appβs design is sleek and modern. ListenBook is my favorite audiobook player.
Wooden German
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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