Book description
Concrete has been used in arches, vaults, and domes dating as far back as the Roman Empire. Today, it is everywhere-in our roads, bridges, sidewalks, walls, and architecture. For each person on the planet, nearly three tons of concrete are produced every year. Used almost universally in modern construction, concrete has become a polarizing material that provokes intense loathing in some and fervent passion in others. Focusing on concrete's effects on culture rather than its technical properties, Concrete and Culture examines the ways concrete has changed our understanding of nature, of time, and even of material. Adrian Forty concentrates not only on architects' responses to concrete, but also takes into account the role concrete has played in politics, literature, cinema, labor-relations, and arguments about sustainability. Covering Europe, North and South America, and the Far East, Forty examines the degree that concrete has been responsible for modernist uniformity and the debates engendered by it. The first book to reflect on the global consequences of concrete, Concrete and Culture offers a new way to look at our environment over the past century.
Bowie
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Lady Pomegranate
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ThoughtTracer
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Fast Draw
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Sand Whiskers
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Doughboy, Esq
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Twine X
ListenBook Pro is worth every penny. Unlimited audiobook length? Count me in! The detailed listening stats are fantastic. Helps me keep track of my progress. Great for both casual listening and studying. The audio filters are a nice touch.
Loot
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Scratch Man
The layout of ListenBook is so beautiful and user-friendly, making it a pleasure to use. The app's support for multiple formats is flawless. Very satisfied. I love the chapter navigation feature. ListenBook makes it easy to jump between sections.
RDTN
As a visually impaired person, this app has opened up a new world of stories for me. With this app, every moment is an opportunity to dive into a new story. ListenBook's support for playlists in the CUE format makes organizing and enjoying audiobook series a delightful experience. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a game-changer for immersive listening in any environment. This audiobook performed its function without excelling. The narrator's delivery was straightforward and easy to follow, though lacking in dramatic flair. The recording quality was decent with only occasional minor inconsistencies in volume. An acceptable but forgettable listening experience.
Delirious Supernova
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Burn
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MicroStar
Changing the tone of the sound on ListenBook Pro is a fun way to customize my listening experience. ListenBook's loop and shuffle playback features have become indispensable tools in my audiobook learning. Automated artwork and metadata extraction keeps my audiobook library visually appealing. The app is perfect for long commutes. It keeps me entertained for hours.
Frosty
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Hairpin
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Prof. Smirk
The intuitive interface and seamless navigation make this app a joy to use. This app has turned my cooking sessions into culinary adventures with a side of stories. Navigating my audiobook library is a breeze – thank you, app developers!
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