Book description
Named a Best Book of the Year by The Washington Post, The New York Times Book Review, NPR, and Chicago Tribune, now in paperback with a new reading group guideMedicine has triumphed in modern times, transforming the dangers of childbirth, injury, and disease from harrowing to manageable. But when it comes to the inescapable realities of aging and death, what medicine can do often runs counter to what it should.Through eye-opening research and gripping stories of his own patients and family, Gawande reveals the suffering this dynamic has produced. Nursing homes, devoted above all to safety, battle with residents over the food they are allowed to eat and the choices they are allowed to make. Doctors, uncomfortable discussing patients' anxieties about death, fall back on false hopes and treatments that are actually shortening lives instead of improving them.In his bestselling books, Atul Gawande, a practicing surgeon, has fearlessly revealed the struggles of his profession. Here he examines its ultimate limitations and failures-in his own practices as well as others'-as life draws to a close. Riveting, honest, and humane, Being Mortal shows how the ultimate goal is not a good death but a good life-all the way to the very end.
Acid Queen
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Lucky Brandy
Binaural audio processing is amazing. Reduced my listening fatigue significantly. ListenBook’s playback is smooth and reliable. I never have issues with audio quality.
Athena Star
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Electric Player
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CosPlatoon
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Zero Corn
Audiobook multitasking simplified – this app's functionality is truly commendable. The layout is not only beautiful but also intuitive. Controls are easy to access. The library organization feature is a blessing. My audiobooks are finally organized and easy to find.
Shivers
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White Swan
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Wild Tesla
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Milan Call Back
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Osprey
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RealmRanger
Book Groups on ListenBook make it easy to categorize and access my audiobooks. The app's compatibility with CarPlay has made my road trips so much more enjoyable. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a fun and interactive way to bond over stories. ListenBook is the best audiobook player I’ve ever used. The app is packed with features like customizable skip intervals, playback speed, and sleep timers. The interface is clean and easy to navigate, making it a joy to use. Five stars!
Low Menace
I'm absolutely in love with this app! The interface is so intuitive and user-friendly. ListenBook's integration with CarPlay and Apple Watch is seamless. I can now enjoy my favorite audiobooks during commutes and workouts. A wonderful performance! The narrator captured the mood of the book perfectly, making it easy to visualize each scene. The audio quality was crisp, and the pacing kept me hooked from start to finish.
Shy Warrior
This app has given me the joy of reading even when my hands are full. I'm addicted to this app's seamless integration with my daily routines and activities. ListenBook is the ultimate audiobook player. The app supports all formats, and the import process is seamless. I love the playback history feature—it’s so easy to revisit my favorite parts. Highly recommend this app! ListenBook has completely changed how I enjoy audiobooks. The app is packed with features like customizable skip intervals, playback speed, and sleep timers. The interface is clean and easy to navigate. Five stars!
RoarSweetie
ListenBook's dedication to providing a smooth and enjoyable listening experience is evident in every aspect of the app. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a fantastic addition that enhances my audio experience.
RDTN
This app is a game-changer for busy individuals who miss reading. I’ve been using ListenBook for months, and it’s been a fantastic experience. The app is lightweight, doesn’t drain my battery, and works perfectly in the background. The equalizer and voice boost features are amazing. Highly recommend!
Demo Tequila
I've started a book club with my friends, and this app has been our go-to source for titles. 🌟 Unleashing the power of audiobooks with this user-friendly app – it's like having a personal storyteller on demand! 📚🔥 ListenBook Pro is worth every penny. The unlimited audiobook length is a dream come true. Finally, an app that supports all audiobook formats. It's a dream come true for audiophiles like me. I’d listen to this narrator read anything! Their voice was so expressive and fitting for the material. The story itself was great, but the narration took it to the next level. Definitely a 5-star experience.
Prometheus
I can't get enough of this app's intuitive design – it's like a personal library right at my fingertips. I'm amazed at how this app has made reading a seamless part of my life. 🎶📚 Replacing melodies with literary symphonies – my ears are in love! 🎵📚 The user-friendly interface and precise controls make listening to audiobooks an absolute delight. Automatic metadata retrieval adds a professional touch to my audiobook collection.
King Panther
Automatic metadata retrieval is a neat touch. My library is well-organized. Automated artwork and metadata retrieval make my audiobook library look organized and visually appealing.
Bat Magenta
Audiobooks have become my companions during long hours of household chores. 🏝️🎧 Soaking up the sun while indulging in beach reads – this app is my ultimate relaxation companion. 🏖️📚 ListenBook is the ultimate audiobook player. The app is packed with features like customizable skip intervals, playback speed, and sleep timers. The interface is clean and easy to navigate, making it a joy to use. Five stars! A functional audiobook. It kept me entertained, but I wasn’t blown away. The narrator’s performance was competent, though some emotional scenes fell a bit flat.
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