Book description
Discover wonder. "A wanderlust-whetting cabinet of curiosities on paper."-- New York Times Inspiring equal parts wonder and wanderlust, Atlas Obscura is a phenomenon of a travel book that shot to the top of bestseller lists when it was first published and changed the way we think about the world, expanding our sense of how strange and marvelous it really is. This second edition takes readers to even more curious and unusual destinations, with more than 100 new places, dozens and dozens of new photographs, and two very special features: twelve city guides, covering Berlin, Budapest, Buenos Aires, Cairo, London, Los Angeles, Mexico City, Moscow, New York City, Paris, Shanghai, and Tokyo. Plus a foldout map with a dream itinerary for the ultimate around-the-world road trip. More a cabinet of curiosities than traditional guidebook, Atlas Obscura revels in the unexpected, the overlooked, the bizarre, and the mysterious. Here are natural wonders, like the dazzling glowworm caves in New Zealand, or a baobob tree in South Africa so large it has a pub inside where 15 people can sit and drink comfortably. Architectural marvels, including the M. C. Escher-like stepwells in India. Mind-boggling events, like the Baby-Jumping Festival in Spain--and no, it's not the babies doing the jumping, but masked men dressed as devils who vault over rows of squirming infants. Every page gets to the very core of why humans want to travel in the first place: to be delighted and disoriented, uprooted from the familiar and amazed by the new. With its compelling descriptions, hundreds of photographs, surprising charts, maps for every region of the world, and new city guides, it is a book you can open anywhere and be transported. But proceed with caution: It's almost impossible not to turn to the next entry, and the next, and the next.
Darling Peacock
The range of self-help and personal development audiobooks is truly enriching. The compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch sets ListenBook apart from the rest. I'm hooked on this app's ability to transform my ordinary moments into exciting opportunities for learning. The app supports a wide range of formats. ListenBook is very versatile.
Ginger Chaos
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Kamikaze Granny
I'm amazed at how immersive the experience is β it's like being inside the story. This app has reignited my passion for literature β I'm devouring books like never before. No more hassle with converting files β ListenBook supports a wide range of formats for a seamless listening experience. This app is a game-changer for anyone who's always on the go β it's like carrying a library in my pocket. I'm amazed at how effortlessly this app has made reading a constant in my life.
EchoExplorer
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Lord Nikon
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Ember Rope
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Terror Master
ListenBook's configurable auto-rewind after interruptions is a smart addition that keeps me on track. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a game-changer. My audio quality has improved dramatically.
Whip Chu
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Legacy
Tone adjustment is such a unique feature. It's like customizing the narrator's voice. I love the quick access to settings. It makes tweaking the app so easy.
InsightfulInk
The app's interface is sleek and modern, making it a joy to use. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop and Sharing on ListenBook is a fantastic way to spread the joy of listening. I can't get enough of this app's convenience β it has turned my audiobook journey into a delightful habit. πΌ Elevating my work-from-home routine with this app's delightful audiobook selection! π»π
QuestQuill
The range of self-help and personal development audiobooks is truly enriching. Audiobook multitasking simplified β this app's functionality is a triumph.
Athens Fire
Apple Watch compatibility enhances my audiobook experience. It's a convenient way to control playback. No more hassle with file conversion. This app handles all formats effortlessly. An absolutely stellar production from start to finish! The narrator's command of pacing and tone was masterful, knowing exactly when to speed up for excitement or slow down for dramatic effect. The audio quality was pristine with no distracting mouth sounds or uneven volume.
Friday Ferrari
The range of supported formats is impressive. No more converting files! I love the ability to share my progress with friends. Itβs a fun feature.
InsightfulInk
ListenBook's commitment to providing a smooth and enjoyable listening experience is evident in every detail. The automatic extraction of artwork and metadata adds a professional touch to my audiobook collection. From MP3 to FLAC, this app plays them all flawlessly. Say goodbye to compatibility issues!
Sass Burst
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Spunky Chick
Thanks to ListenBook, I've rediscovered the joy of exploring my favorite content on multiple devices. This app has turned my mundane tasks into exciting opportunities for reading. ListenBook's interface is so intuitive. I was up and running in no time. ListenBookβs playback speed control is very useful. I can listen at my own pace.
Widow Curio
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Darkside Orbit
I can finally tackle my reading list while stuck in traffic β what a win! The fact that ListenBook supports a wide range of formats without DRM protection is a huge win. ListenBook's support for playlists in CUE format is a detail-oriented touch I truly appreciate. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a fantastic way to introduce them to captivating stories.
White Dragon
Listening to audiobooks has never been this convenient and enjoyable! AirDrop and sharing make it easy to spread the audiobook love with friends. ListenBook has seamlessly integrated into my daily life, enhancing my workouts, commutes, and relaxation periods. It's an indispensable part of my routine. ListenBook makes my commute enjoyable. The audio filters really enhance the listening experience.
Keystone
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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