Book description
Dirt, soil, call it what you want-it's everywhere we go. It is the root of our existence, supporting our feet, our farms, our cities. This fascinating yet disquieting book finds, however, that we are running out of dirt, and it's no laughing matter. An engaging natural and cultural history of soil that sweeps from ancient civilizations to modern times, Dirt: The Erosion of Civilizations explores the compelling idea that we are-and have long been-using up Earth's soil. Once bare of protective vegetation and exposed to wind and rain, cultivated soils erode bit by bit, slowly enough to be ignored in a single lifetime but fast enough over centuries to limit the lifespan of civilizations. A rich mix of history, archaeology and geology, Dirt traces the role of soil use and abuse in the history of Mesopotamia, Ancient Greece, the Roman Empire, China, European colonialism, Central America, and the American push westward. We see how soil has shaped us and we have shaped soil-as society after society has risen, prospered, and plowed through a natural endowment of fertile dirt. David R. Montgomery sees in the recent rise of organic and no-till farming the hope for a new agricultural revolution that might help us avoid the fate of previous civilizations.
Sly Bible
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Mirage
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Spoiler
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Swedish Twizz
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Twisty Freesia
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WanderWord
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Wild Tesla
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DreamDasher
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Acid Queen
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Muzish
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Gamer Bean
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Microwave
ListenBook's features are a dream come true for anyone who loves to learn on the go. Automated metadata extraction is a time-saver. My library is so organized now.
DreamDiver
The ability to switch between different books effortlessly is a major plus. With ListenBook, I can immerse myself in captivating stories and enriching knowledge, all in one app. With this app, I can switch seamlessly between my iPhone and iPad, making my reading experience continuous. πͺ Juggling tasks while enjoying stories has never been easier β this app's functionality is a multitasking marvel. πΌπ
Unleashed
I love that ListenBook Pro allows me to customize the tone of the sound β it adds a personal touch. This app has become my go-to companion, making my daily routine more exciting and insightful. ListenBook's player features, including chapters and bookmarks, are invaluable for a seamless experience. AirDrop sharing makes it easy to share audiobooks with friends. Unlimited audiobook length with ListenBook Pro is a game-changer.
Doll Champagne
Audiobooks on this app have turned my travels into explorations of new narratives. I can't imagine my life without this app β it's my daily dose of literature. The user-friendly interface and precise controls make listening to audiobooks an absolute delight.
Purity
With ListenBook, every moment is an opportunity to explore new stories and gain knowledge. ππ On-the-go listening has never been smoother β this app's functionality keeps me engaged during long commutes. ππ A perfectly acceptable audiobook that fulfilled its purpose. The narration was competent if not particularly memorable, and the production quality was standard for the genre. It served as decent background entertainment during mundane tasks.
Demo
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Apex
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Leaf Assassin
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Midas
This app is a book lover's dream come true β a vast library right at your fingertips. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature has made my dictaphone recordings much more comfortable to listen to. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a fun way to introduce them to captivating stories. The app is very intuitive. ListenBook makes finding and playing audiobooks simple. I love how ListenBook makes it easy to organize my audiobook library. The app supports all formats, and the import process is a breeze. The playback controls are responsive, and the sound quality is excellent. Highly recommend!
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