Book description
AN INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER "Provocative and appealing . . . well worth your extremely limited time." --Barbara Spindel, The Wall Street JournalThe average human lifespan is absurdly, insultingly brief. Assuming you live to be eighty, you have just over four thousand weeks. Nobody needs telling there isn't enough time. We're obsessed with our lengthening to-do lists, our overfilled inboxes, work-life balance, and the ceaseless battle against distraction; and we're deluged with advice on becoming more productive and efficient, and "life hacks" to optimize our days. But such techniques often end up making things worse. The sense of anxious hurry grows more intense, and still the most meaningful parts of life seem to lie just beyond the horizon. Still, we rarely make the connection between our daily struggles with time and the ultimate time management problem: the challenge of how best to use our four thousand weeks. Drawing on the insights of both ancient and contemporary philosophers, psychologists, and spiritual teachers, Oliver Burkeman delivers an entertaining, humorous, practical, and ultimately profound guide to time and time management. Rejecting the futile modern fixation on "getting everything done," Four Thousand Weeks introduces readers to tools for constructing a meaningful life by embracing finitude, showing how many of the unhelpful ways we've come to think about time aren't inescapable, unchanging truths, but choices we've made as individuals and as a society--and that we could do things differently.
Twinkle
ListenBook has turned my downtime into an opportunity for exploration and growth. I can't imagine my life without this app – it's my passport to countless stories.
Acetic Princess
Automated artwork and metadata retrieval make my audiobook library look organized and visually appealing. ListenBook’s support for CarPlay is great. I can listen to audiobooks in my car easily.
Mauve Cactus
User-centric audiobook joy – this app's ease of use is a true marvel. Automatic artwork and metadata extraction add a professional touch to my audiobook library.
Demo
This app's compatibility with different formats has made my audiobook collection diverse and enjoyable. I appreciate the dark mode option. It’s easy on the eyes during nighttime listening. The app is perfect for people who love to read but don’t have the time.
Wild Kitten
The ListenBook app has enriched my daily life, adding a layer of intellectual and emotional fulfillment. The ability to adjust the tone of the narrator's voice is a creative touch that adds depth to my listening.
Bad Beret
ListenBook's intuitive layout and quick access to chapters make audiobook navigation a breeze. ListenBook makes my commute enjoyable. The audio filters really enhance the listening experience.
Gabriel Dandelion
ListenBook's support for CarPlay and Apple Watch is a game-changer for my on-the-go listening. Kudos to the creators for crafting an app that understands audiobook lovers. With smooth playback and thoughtful design, it's a true companion for book enthusiasts. 📚👏 The layout is not only beautiful but also intuitive. Controls are easy to access. Book groups keep my related titles together for a cohesive listening experience. A thoughtful feature!
Dropkick
ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature enhances my audiobook experience, ensuring I catch every detail. ListenBook is the ultimate audiobook player. The app is packed with features like customizable skip intervals, playback speed, and sleep timers. The interface is clean and easy to navigate, making it a joy to use. Five stars! An absolutely stellar production from start to finish! The narrator's command of pacing and tone was masterful, knowing exactly when to speed up for excitement or slow down for dramatic effect. The audio quality was pristine with no distracting mouth sounds or uneven volume.
21st Street
With ListenBook, I can now enjoy my favorite audiobooks and speeches with the utmost comfort and convenience. The intuitive chapter navigation and quick access to controls make my audiobook experience seamless. CUE playlist support is a thoughtful feature that keeps my audiobook listening organized and enjoyable. ListenBook’s support for CarPlay is great. I can listen to audiobooks in my car easily.
Fire Sass
ListenBook's audio filters and controls have revolutionized the way I enjoy my audio content. This app has transformed my screen time into valuable learning and entertainment. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a blessing for clear and distraction-free listening. Finally, an audiobook player that supports all formats! No more converting files.
Venom Petunia
Integration with Apple CarPlay has made long road trips so much more enjoyable. ListenBook's loop and shuffle playback features add versatility to my audiobook listening experience. Automated artwork and metadata extraction make my library look organized and visually appealing.
Star Scratch
I'm discovering books I wouldn't have considered before, and my reading horizons are expanding. This app has brought back the joy of reading, even when I'm on the move. 🏃♂️📚 I'm conquering literary marathons with ease, all thanks to this app's intuitive controls and smooth functionality. 📱📖 ListenBook's interface is so intuitive. I was up and running in no time. 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.
Kamikaze Grandma
The intuitive interface and seamless navigation make this app a joy to use. I can't believe how much I've learned and enjoyed through this app's audiobooks. ListenBook's sleek design and easy chapter access make navigation a breeze. Audiobook multitasking made easy – this app's functionality is a marvel. ListenBook's drag-and-drop download feature simplifies the process of adding new audiobooks to my collection.
Mother Hen
This app has reignited my love for literature and made it a part of my everyday life. Thanks to ListenBook, downloading audiobooks has become effortless, regardless of the source.
Red Hot Kevorkian
ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch integration is a brilliant touch. 🏃♀️📖 Running with purpose – this app keeps my mind engaged as I conquer my fitness goals! 🏃♀️📚 Drag and drop downloads directly from my web browser? That's a level of convenience I appreciate. CUE playlist support is a fantastic feature that allows me to curate themed listening sessions, creating a dynamic and engaging audiobook experience. Great app for audiobook enthusiasts. ListenBook supports a wide range of formats.
High-Fructose
📚 Ironing has become a joy with audiobooks – wrinkles are no match for these captivating stories! 👗🎧 Say goodbye to monotony – this app's diverse format support and intuitive controls have turned my daily activities into thrilling audiobook adventures. 📱🔊 ListenBook's compatibility with a wide range of audio formats ensures that no audiobook is off-limits. Sharing audiobooks through AirDrop is a wonderful way to share the joy of storytelling with friends, sparking engaging conversations and connections that transcend boundaries. ListenBook is the best audiobook player I’ve ever used. The app is packed with features like customizable skip intervals, playback speed, and sleep timers. The interface is clean and easy to navigate, making it a joy to use. Five stars!
Uncle Buddy
I'm amazed by ListenBook's smooth drag-and-drop downloads in my web browser – a time-saver! I'm impressed by ListenBook's ability to extract artwork and metadata automatically. This app is my constant companion, making every moment a chance to discover new worlds. 🚗 Turning road trips into unforgettable adventures – audiobooks keep me entertained on the journey! 🚗📖
NoiseCake
Audiobooks have become a source of inspiration and motivation, thanks to this app. ⭐️ Turning mundane tasks into exciting adventures – this app makes folding laundry a breeze with audiobooks! 👚🎧 🚶♂️🌟 Strolling through captivating narratives has never been easier – this app's intuitive controls make audiobook listening a delight. 🎧🏞️ ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature turns any environment into a cozy listening haven.
Zero Charisma
Changing the tone of the sound on ListenBook Pro is a fun way to customize my listening experience. Audiobook enthusiasts, rejoice! This app is your new best friend. I'm amazed at how this app has expanded my reading horizons. Audiobook multitasking simplified – this app's functionality is truly commendable.
DreamDiver
The noise reduction feature on ListenBook Pro is a godsend for clear and comfortable listening. ListenBook's sleek design and intuitive controls make it my go-to app for audiobooks. Playlists and bookmarks are super helpful. Love using ListenBook! The app is so well-designed. It’s clear the developers put a lot of thought into it.
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