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.
Crazy Eights
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Sun Lemon
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Street Jolly
Listening to audiobooks has never been this enjoyable. Thank you, ListenBook! The app is so versatile. It works with all my devices.
Low Menace
ListenBook Pro's unlimited audiobook length is a dream come true for those epic tales. It's like having a personal audiobook library in your pocket. This app is a game-changer for audiobook enthusiasts. The interface is intuitive, and the playback is seamless! ListenBook Pro's noise reduction makes sure that background distractions don't interfere with my listening. Makes listening to audiobooks so easy and enjoyable. Thank you, ListenBook!
Hang 11
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InsightInkwell
With this app, every moment becomes an opportunity to indulge in fantastic stories. The controls, layout, and seamless playback are a reader's dream. ππ§ ListenBook's audio filters have given me the power to tailor my listening experience to my preferences. I love the ability to import books from my computer. Itβs so easy. ListenBook is the ultimate audiobook player. The app supports all formats, and the import process is seamless. I love the playback history featureβitβs so easy to revisit my favorite parts. Highly recommend this app!
D-Hog-Day
Library organization is simplified with ListenBook. It's easy to keep my audiobooks neat and tidy. Fairly enjoyable, but forgettable. I didnβt have any major complaints, but I also donβt see myself revisiting this one. It was a decent way to spend a few hours, though.
Risen
I'm impressed by ListenBook's commitment to providing a silky-smooth playback experience. ListenBook's loop and shuffle playback options have made audiobook revisiting and studying a breeze. ListenBook is like a personal audiobook library in my pocket. Organized and easily accessible. The app's integration with Apple Watch makes it an indispensable tool for my active lifestyle. ListenBookβs bookmarking feature is incredibly useful. I never lose my place in a book.
Sun Runner
This app has made audiobook listening an integral part of my daily routine β it's a habit I cherish. π₯ Elevating my reading routine to new heights β this app is a real page-turner! ππ π Adding excitement to everyday tasks β this app is my partner in productivity! ππ Effortlessly managing my audiobook library β this app's design is a triumph. ListenBook's statistics feature is eye-opening. I had no idea how much time I spent immersed in audiobooks until I started using it.
Hang 11
ListenBook's commitment to enhancing the audiobook experience is evident in its thoughtful features and design. I'm blown away by how this app has made my commutes productive and my downtime entertaining. ListenBook has changed my audiobook game forever. No more format woes! Finally, an audiobook player that supports all formats! No more converting files. A functional audiobook production that met basic requirements. The narrator's voice was pleasant enough to listen to for extended periods, though their performance didn't add much interpretation to the text. The audio engineering was competent without being remarkable.
ReiGnZ
I'm able to enjoy books in a whole new way β while cooking, working out, or even gardening. π Transforming laundry time into a journey through fantastic stories β thank you, this app! ππ π§ My daily chores just got an upgrade! Thanks to this app, I can dive into captivating stories while cooking and cleaning. ππ³ I've never experienced such silky-smooth playback even with high-quality FLAC files.
Shady Prairie
Audiobooks have brought a new level of enjoyment to my daily workout routine. This app's customizable features, like playback speed and bookmarks, have transformed my experience. Adjusting the tone of the narrator's voice is a unique feature. I'm loving it! Quick access to chapters and controls makes ListenBook a joy to use. It's a seamless experience. I love the chapter navigation feature. ListenBook makes it easy to find specific sections.
Mother Night
I love that I can switch between fiction and non-fiction effortlessly. πΆββοΈπ Staying entertained during leisurely walks β audiobooks make outdoor time delightful! πΆββοΈπ§ Thanks to ListenBook, downloading audiobooks has become effortless, regardless of the source. With features like auto-rewind, I never lose my place when I pause listening.
Lady Q
π Bedtime stories for adults? Yes, please! This app is a dream come true. ππ Noise reduction feature is magic. Now I can listen to recordings even in noisy settings.
McDreamy
I can't remember the last time I was this excited about 'reading' books! Kudos to the developers for creating an app that caters to audiobook lovers like me. From sleek design to functional features, it's a true gem. ππ
Danqqqqq
With ListenBook, I can now listen to my favorite audiobooks and speeches with the utmost comfort and convenience. Audiobooks have never been this immersive β this app transports me to different worlds. CUE playlist support is a fantastic feature that allows me to create curated listening experiences for different moods and settings.
Drop Stone
I'm blown away by the range of non-fiction audiobooks available β so much to learn! Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop and Sharing on ListenBook Pro is a fantastic way to spread the joy. This app's convenience has turned my daily chores into moments of literary escape. ListenBook's drag-and-drop download feature from web browsers is incredibly convenient. Downloading audiobooks has never been this easy. ListenBook Pro's tone adjustment feature is a unique tool that adds a touch of creativity to my listening experience.
Pocket Mazda
ListenBook Pro offers amazing value with unlimited audiobook length and noise reduction features. I can't get enough of the app's sleek interface and intuitive controls. It's a joy to use!
Shamrock
The layout of ListenBook is so beautiful and user-friendly, making it a pleasure to use. ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch adds convenience to my audiobook routine. My audiobook collection has never looked better. Thank you, ListenBook! This app is perfect for anyone who loves audiobooks. The interface is sleek and modern, and the playback controls are super responsive. I also appreciate the cloud integration, which lets me access my books from anywhere. Great work!
RealmRanger
Audiobooks have made my morning routine something to look forward to. The app's support for different audio formats is like a dream come true for audiophiles.
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