Book description
A New York Times Bestseller A Washington Post Notable Nonfiction Book of 2020 Named a Best Book of 2020 by NPR "A fascinating scientific, cultural, spiritual and evolutionary history of the way humans breathe--and how we've all been doing it wrong for a long, long time." --Elizabeth Gilbert, author of Big Magic and Eat Pray Love No matter what you eat, how much you exercise, how skinny or young or wise you are, none of it matters if you're not breathing properly. There is nothing more essential to our health and well-being than breathing: take air in, let it out, repeat twenty-five thousand times a day. Yet, as a species, humans have lost the ability to breathe correctly, with grave consequences. Journalist James Nestor travels the world to figure out what went wrong and how to fix it. The answers aren't found in pulmonology labs, as we might expect, but in the muddy digs of ancient burial sites, secret Soviet facilities, New Jersey choir schools, and the smoggy streets of SΓ£o Paulo. Nestor tracks down men and women exploring the hidden science behind ancient breathing practices like Pranayama, Sudarshan Kriya, and Tummo and teams up with pulmonary tinkerers to scientifically test long-held beliefs about how we breathe. Modern research is showing us that making even slight adjustments to the way we inhale and exhale can jump-start athletic performance; rejuvenate internal organs; halt snoring, asthma, and autoimmune disease; and even straighten scoliotic spines. None of this should be possible, and yet it is. Drawing on thousands of years of medical texts and recent cutting-edge studies in pulmonology, psychology, biochemistry, and human physiology, Breath turns the conventional wisdom of what we thought we knew about our most basic biological function on its head. You will never breathe the same again.
Demolition Queen
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Killer Merlot
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White Dragon
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Mercury Reborn
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FireBerry
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Skool
The app's features, like the sleep timer, make it clear that it's designed with readers in mind. This app has transformed my daily routine into moments of literary delight. I can't believe how easy it is to download audio from various sources. So convenient! The auto-rewind feature is a small detail that makes a big difference. It enhances my listening experience.
RiddleRanger
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Hairpin
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DreamWeaver
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Freaky Ratbuster
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Polar Bee
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Troubled Pie
ListenBook Pro's tone adjustment feature is a fun way to experiment with the audiobook experience. Supports all my playlists and bookmarks seamlessly. Very convenient.
Duchess
The app's ability to extract artwork and metadata automatically is a huge time-saver. The audio quality is superb. ListenBook enhances my audiobook experience.
Pepper Prada
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Firecracker
Audiobook enthusiasts, rejoice! This app is your new best friend. ListenBook has turned my ordinary moments into extraordinary journeys of the mind. ListenBook's intuitive design and thoughtful features have made my audiobook experience delightful. Audiobook enjoyment without the hassle β this app's design is a win. A decent listen overall. The narration was clear, though some character voices sounded similar. The story was interesting but had moments where it dragged slightly. Still, it was a good way to pass the time.
ForumFusion
Being able to customize the listening duration is perfect for quick breaks. This app's user-friendly controls and sleek design have made audiobook listening a truly immersive journey. ListenBook's compatibility with a wide range of audio formats ensures that no audiobook is off-limits. ListenBook has made my daily walks so much more enjoyable. I'm always learning now! I love the statistics feature. Itβs fun to see how much Iβve listened.
Moon Solitaire
Effortlessly immersing in stories β this app's ease of use is a game-changer. Effortlessly accessing my favorite audiobooks has become a reality, all thanks to this app's user-centric design and comprehensive format support. A must-download! π±π§ This app has transformed my daily commute into a captivating journey of knowledge and entertainment. The app supports a wide range of formats. ListenBook is very versatile. A middle-of-the-road audiobook that neither impressed nor disappointed. The narrator's voice was agreeable enough for extended listening, though their character differentiation could have been stronger. The production met basic industry standards without any standout qualities.
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ThreadTraveler
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Spoiler
I've become the go-to storyteller at bedtime with the help of this magical app. πΌ Elevating my work-from-home routine with this app's delightful audiobook selection! π»π ListenBook has made my daily commutes enjoyable. No more boredom! ListenBook has become an essential part of my day, enhancing my commute and allowing me to enjoy audiobooks like never before.
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