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.
Voodoo Queen
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Shooter
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Rosie Bird
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Badger the Burglar
The compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch sets ListenBook apart from the rest. This app is a gift for book lovers who struggle to find reading time. Looping playback and shuffle features keep my audiobook sessions engaging and fresh. AirDrop sharing makes it easy to share audiobooks with friends. ListenBook makes organizing my audiobooks simple. The app is very user-friendly.
Crash Enforcer
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Snow Hound
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Trash Master
is a breeze with ListenBook. It's convenient and efficient. The app is perfect for people who love to read but donβt have the time.
Pixie
ListenBook's commitment to excellence shines through in its powerful features and seamless performance. ListenBook's support for playlists in CUE format is a thoughtful touch I appreciate. Automatic extraction of artwork and metadata adds a touch of elegance to my audiobook collection. ListenBook Pro's unlimited audiobook length is a game-changer.
Flakes
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Fire Sass
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Voodoo Cyclone
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Barbera Shift
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Tootsie Killer
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Ba1t
This app is a treasure trove of knowledge, entertainment, and imagination. ListenBook's versatility with various audio formats means I can enjoy audiobooks from multiple sources effortlessly.
Gold Bentley
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Spoiler Betty
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Hog Butcher
ListenBook's library organization features have transformed my chaotic audiobook collection into an organized masterpiece. This app is a game-changer for busy individuals who miss reading. Finally, an audiobook player that supports all formats! No more converting files.
Lumberyard
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Kill Switch
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The Flying Mouse
The offline mode is a lifesaver on flights β I'm never without a good story. Simplifying my audiobook experience β this app's design is remarkable. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction ensures that my listening experience remains clear and enjoyable. The app's compatibility with CarPlay has made my road trips so much more enjoyable.
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