Book description
From the author of Steve Jobs and other bestselling biographies, this is the astonishingly intimate story of the most fascinating and controversial innovator of our era--a rule-breaking visionary who helped to lead the world into the era of electric vehicles, private space exploration, and artificial intelligence. Oh, and took over Twitter. When Elon Musk was a kid in South Africa, he was regularly beaten by bullies. One day a group pushed him down some concrete steps and kicked him until his face was a swollen ball of flesh. He was in the hospital for a week. But the physical scars were minor compared to the emotional ones inflicted by his father, an engineer, rogue, and charismatic fantasist. His father's impact on his psyche would linger. He developed into a tough yet vulnerable man-child, prone to abrupt Jekyll-and-Hyde mood swings, with an exceedingly high tolerance for risk, a craving for drama, an epic sense of mission, and a maniacal intensity that was callous and at times destructive. At the beginning of 2022--after a year marked by SpaceX launching thirty-one rockets into orbit, Tesla selling a million cars, and him becoming the richest man on earth--Musk spoke ruefully about his compulsion to stir up dramas. "I need to shift my mindset away from being in crisis mode, which it has been for about fourteen years now, or arguably most of my life," he said. It was a wistful comment, not a New Year's resolution. Even as he said it, he was secretly buying up shares of Twitter, the world's ultimate playground. Over the years, whenever he was in a dark place, his mind went back to being bullied on the playground. Now he had the chance to own the playground. For two years, Isaacson shadowed Musk, attended his meetings, walked his factories with him, and spent hours interviewing him, his family, friends, coworkers, and adversaries. The result is the revealing inside story, filled with amazing tales of triumphs and turmoil, that addresses the question: are the demons that drive Musk also what it takes to drive innovation and progress?
Daffy Girl
I've become a more attentive listener thanks to the engaging audiobooks. Navigating audiobooks seamlessly β this app's design is top-notch.
BuzzMouse
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Abiss
Changing the tone of the sound on ListenBook Pro is a fun and unique feature I can't get enough of. ListenBook has made managing and enjoying audiobooks, lectures, and speeches effortless and enjoyable. This app is my constant companion, making every moment a chance to discover new worlds. πΌ Juggling tasks while exploring narratives β this app is my multitasking hero! π»π π Rekindling my love for reading β this app makes each day a new adventure! ππ
Papa Smurf
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New Magoo
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Rosie Bird
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Buckshot
Audiobook enthusiasts, rejoice! This app's design focuses on seamless interaction. Bookmarks are a lifesaver for my study materials. I can easily revisit important sections. ListenBook has become my trusted companion. It's my go-to app for expanding my knowledge and enjoyment. The app is very intuitive. ListenBook makes finding and playing audiobooks simple. Solid performance overall though some character voices sounded too similar. I occasionally got confused about who was speaking in dialogue-heavy scenes.
Legacy
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Squatch
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Tart Voodoo
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TeederSmartie
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Venom Petunia
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180
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Lord Nikon
The sleep timer is a brilliant addition β I drift off to sleep with amazing stories. ListenBook has made me fall in love with my audio content all over again β it's a must-have. With this app, I've found a way to make my daily errands more enjoyable and intellectually stimulating. Audiobook magic at my fingertips! This app's thoughtful features, such as statistics tracking and audio filters, have added a new layer of excitement to my reading journey. πβ¨ I'm impressed by the extensive statistics feature, allowing me to track my audiobook consumption over time.
Sly Silvermoon
Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop and Sharing on ListenBook is a fantastic way to spread the joy of listening. I'm blown away by how this app has made my workouts more enjoyable and my mind more active. ListenBook's attention to detail is commendable. Every aspect of the app is well-crafted. An acceptable audiobook that met basic expectations. No complaints about quality but nothing remarkable either. Would listen to this narrator again but wouldn't seek them out.
Darkside Orbit
The voice actors are incredible β they make the characters come alive. π§ Audiobooks anywhere, anytime β this app's convenience is unbeatable! ππ The ability to adjust playback speed is a fantastic study aid. I'm absorbing information faster than ever. ListenBook is the best audiobook player Iβve ever used. The app is reliable, fast, and packed with features like customizable themes and playback speed. The sleep timer is a lifesaver for bedtime listening. Great job, developers!
Dream Killer
ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch, combined with its chapters, controls, and filters, make it the ultimate audiobook app! I'm amazed at how this app seamlessly integrates into my life, enhancing every moment with stories. Looping playback is a fantastic study tool. It helps me focus and retain information effectively.
Sylvester Eye
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Skittle Mine
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Atomic Blastoid
ListenBook's support for multiple download methods ensures I can always access my favorite content. ListenBook's support for various download methods and audio formats ensures that I can always find what I'm looking for. This app has broadened my literary horizons, introducing me to new authors.
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