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.
Sky Bully
ListenBook's thoughtful inclusion of chapters, controls, and filters has enhanced my audiobook experience. I'm grateful for this app – it's made reading a part of my everyday life.
Gumby Train
Audiobooks on this app have made my morning rituals something to look forward to. ListenBook has turned my audio content into an immersive, personalized, and unforgettable experience. I love the ability to share my progress with friends. It’s a fun feature. The narrator's voice took some getting used to - a bit nasal at first - but I grew to like it after a few chapters. Their pacing was excellent throughout.
DreamWeaver
I've found hidden gems in genres I never thought I'd be interested in. The app is perfect for people with visual impairments. It’s so easy to navigate. I’m so impressed with ListenBook. The app is reliable, fast, and packed with features like customizable themes and playback speed. The sleep timer is a lifesaver for bedtime listening. Highly recommend this app!
Gold Bentley
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StarStrider
Changing the tone of the sound on ListenBook Pro is a fun and unique feature I can't get enough of. Audiobooks made convenient – this app's functionality is a true gift. I love the chapter navigation feature. ListenBook makes it easy to find specific sections.
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Pexxious
I love how this app turns even the dullest tasks into exciting storytelling moments. This app's support for various formats has made my audiobook collection even more diverse and exciting. ListenBook's audio filters are a valuable tool for customizing my audiobook playback to perfection. The playback speed adjustment is a game-changer for busy individuals. Time saver! Beautiful design and intuitive interface. Very user-friendly.
Trash Sling
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FRMhndshk
Looping playback has made memorization so much easier. I'm acing my exams! The auto-rewind feature is a thoughtful addition that enhances my listening journey. I appreciate it! Flawless support for various audio formats. Very happy with it.
Insane SweepKick
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ShadowDancer
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QuantumQuipper
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Dandelion
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Audiobooks made easy – this app's functionality is truly a gift. I love how customizable the playback speed is. It makes listening so much more enjoyable.
Blistered Outlaw
Audiobook magic at my fingertips! This app's comprehensive offerings, from statistics tracking to immersive audio processing, have breathed new life into my reading. 📚✨ Looping playback has taken my language learning to new heights. Highly recommended!
THRESHmSTR
With this app, I can read anytime, anywhere – it's a reader's dream come true. 👀📚 Embarking on literary journeys even with my eyes closed – bedtime stories have taken a new form with this app! 😴🎧 I love the variety of themes available. It makes the app feel personalized.
Mother Night
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QuestWeaver
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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