Book description
The instant New York Times, Wall Street Journal, and USA Today Bestseller! In his New York Times bestselling book Courage is Calling, author Ryan Holiday made the Stoic case for a bold and brave life. In this much-anticipated second book of his Stoic Virtue series, Holiday celebrates the awesome power of self-discipline and those who have seized it. To master anything, one must first master themselves-one's emotions, one's thoughts, one's actions. Eisenhower famously said that freedom is really the opportunity to practice self-discipline. Cicero called the virtue of temperance the polish of life. Without boundaries and restraint, we risk not only failing to meet our full potential and jeopardizing what we have achieved, but we ensure misery and shame. In a world of temptation and excess, this ancient idea is more urgent than ever. In Discipline is Destiny, Holiday draws on the stories of historical figures we can emulate as pillars of self-discipline, including Lou Gehrig, Queen Elizabeth II, boxer Floyd Patterson, Marcus Aurelius and writer Toni Morrison, as well as the cautionary tales of Napoleon, F. Scott Fitzgerald and Babe Ruth. Through these engaging examples, Holiday teaches readers the power of self-discipline and balance, and cautions against the perils of extravagance and hedonism. At the heart of Stoicism are four simple virtues: courage, temperance, justice, and wisdom. Everything else, the Stoics believed, flows from them. Discipline is Destiny will guide readers down the path to self-mastery, upon which all the other virtues depend. Discipline is predictive. You cannot succeed without it. And if you lose it, you cannot help but bring yourself failure and unhappiness.
Raid Bucker
I'm absolutely in love with this app! It's like a library of stories in my pocket. The automatic extraction of artwork and metadata adds a professional touch to my audiobook collection.
Emerald Goddess
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Fl00d
ListenBook's commitment to providing a smooth and enjoyable listening experience is evident in every detail. ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch is a testament to its innovation. No more carrying heavy books – this app has transformed my reading habits. I'm hooked on this app's ability to make every moment a reading moment. The basic audio filters are a game-changer. Adjusting playback speed is a breeze.
Maple Destroyer
Unwinding with a good audiobook has become my favorite self-care ritual. Audiobooks have become my go-to entertainment, and this app is the reason. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a wonderful way to spread the love of literature. Supports all my playlists and bookmarks perfectly. Very convenient.
Knock Out Star
Looping playback has made memorization so much easier. I'm acing my exams! 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. 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.
Pixie Soldier
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Bit Sentinel
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Hemlock
With ListenBook, I can immerse myself in captivating stories and enriching knowledge, all in one app. The layout of ListenBook is so beautiful and user-friendly, making it a pleasure to use. The app's compatibility with CarPlay is a dream for road trips. It keeps me entertained. With ListenBook Pro, long audiobooks are no problem. I love it!
Sweetness
I love how this app makes even the most mundane tasks exciting with audio stories. ListenBook's integration with AirDrop and sharing options makes it simple to spread the joy of storytelling. CUE playlist support is a fantastic feature that allows me to create curated listening experiences for different moods and settings. ListenBook’s playback is silky-smooth. The app never glitches.
1st Degree
ListenBook's support for various download methods means I can acquire new content in a way that suits me best. I love the ability to change the playback speed. It’s perfect for my needs.
Reed Lady
The intuitive interface and seamless navigation make this app a joy to use. Sharing audiobooks with friends is a breeze thanks to ListenBook Pro's AirDrop and sharing options. Spread the joy of a good story! The statistics feature in ListenBook is a valuable tool for monitoring and optimizing my audiobook consumption. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a fun way to connect over shared interests. Unlimited audiobook length with ListenBook Pro is a game-changer.
Parallax Sugar
I love that I can switch between fiction and non-fiction effortlessly. The selection of classics is a treasure trove for literature enthusiasts. ListenBook's seamless integration with CarPlay enhances my daily commute, making it a productive and enjoyable experience. ListenBook Pro's tone adjustment feature is an innovative way to make each audiobook unique. The playback controls are so responsive. No lag at all.
Blink
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Mr. Fabulous
ListenBook has made my commutes more enjoyable, transforming them into learning sessions. Audiobook immersion without fuss – this app's ease of use is commendable. I love the ability to import books from my computer. It’s so easy.
Wheels
The convenience of downloading audiobooks for offline listening is a game-changer. I love the download options. ListenBook gives me so many ways to get my audiobooks onto my device.
Candy Butcher
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Dr. Jam Man
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Tart Voodoo
With this app, I've found a way to make my daily errands more enjoyable and intellectually stimulating. Mastering audiobook navigation – this app's ease of use is commendable. The app's ability to extract artwork and metadata automatically is a huge time-saver. ListenBook's versatility with various audio formats means I can enjoy audiobooks from multiple sources effortlessly.
General Finish
Hands down, the best audiobook collection I've ever come across. It has everything I want to listen to. I'm grateful for ListenBook's support for a wide range of formats, making it a one-stop solution for audio content. 🚶♀️🌌 This app's functionality makes every walk an adventure – I'm immersed in stories as I explore the world around me. 🏞️📖 Adjusting the tone of the narrator's voice is a unique feature. I'm loving it! Tone adjustment adds a new layer of personalization to my audiobook experience. It's like having the narrator tailor the voice to my preferences.
Scooby Did
Audiobooks have turned my mundane activities into opportunities for learning and enjoyment. This app has made my daily routines more meaningful and enjoyable. No more interruptions – the auto-rewind feature is a genius solution for seamless listening. I love the ability to change the playback speed. It’s perfect for my needs.
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