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.
The China Wall
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Delicious Cupid
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FRMhndshk
Book Groups on ListenBook make it easy to categorize and access my audiobooks. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a revelation. It elevates the audio quality, providing a clear and immersive listening experience that enhances my enjoyment.
Aqua Diva
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Red Heroine
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Delicious
ListenBook's smooth playback and easy navigation ensure that my audiobook experience is always top-notch. This app has enriched my daily routine with the joy of stories and knowledge. Adjusting the tone of the voice is a unique feature that adds a personalized touch to the listening experience.
Spooky Yellowjacket
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M8deUp
The sheer variety of genres available ensures there's something for everyone. This app's compatibility with various devices ensures that I can enjoy my audiobooks wherever I am. As an audiobook enthusiast, this app is a dream come true. Its compatibility with various formats and easy navigation make it my ultimate reading companion. ππ§ ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch enhances my audiobook experience during daily activities.
High Heel Goddess
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Seattle Jay
The quality of the audio is top-notch, making the experience truly immersive. Audiobooks have made my long commutes enjoyable, and I'm always eager to see what's next. Bookmarking on ListenBook makes it easy to pick up where I left off β no more searching for my spot!
Moon Orchid
ListenBook's dedication to delivering an exceptional experience is evident in every detail. Noise reduction on ListenBook Pro is a revelation. It enhances the audio quality and makes listening comfortable. The app is perfect for people who love to read but donβt have the time.
Kill Switch
ListenBook's intuitive layout and quick access to chapters make audiobook navigation a breeze. Automated metadata extraction is a time-saver. My library is so organized now.
Atomic Blastoid
I'm blown away by ListenBook's ability to maintain audio quality even for formats like FLAC and AWB. Audiobooks have become my constant companions, and this app's seamless functionality and broad compatibility ensure every story is a captivating ride. ππ§ ListenBook has revolutionized my audiobook experience. It's my go-to app for literary adventures. I'm blown away by the app's performance. It's fast, reliable, and tailored for audiobook lovers. Sharing audiobooks through AirDrop is a fun and convenient way to share the magic of storytelling with friends and family, sparking meaningful discussions.
Pink Nightmare
The narrator's voice in some audiobooks is so soothing, it's like a spa for the ears. ListenBook's support for various formats ensures that no audiobook is out of reach. π‘ Seamlessly weaving audiobooks into my daily routine β this app's functionality has redefined how I enjoy books. π±π Adjustable playback speed and volume controls are excellent. The app is perfect for people who love to listen to books at night.
NeoGermal
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Preach Man
I love that ListenBook Pro allows me to customize the tone of the sound β it adds a personal touch. I'm addicted to this app's seamless integration with my daily activities. Finally, an app that supports all audiobook formats! Flawless playback.
Mr. Spy
This app has turned my daily commute into a source of inspiration and entertainment. With this app, I can enjoy my favorite stories while traveling, making my journeys more delightful. I can't get enough of this app's intuitive controls β it's the perfect way to indulge in audiobooks. Apple Watch compatibility enhances my audiobook experience. It's a convenient way to control playback. Makes listening to audiobooks so easy and enjoyable. Thank you, ListenBook!
Hog Butcher
This app has turned even the most ordinary moments into reading sessions. ListenBook's controls for looping and shuffling playback have made studying and revisiting content a breeze. Packed with useful features. ListenBook is my favorite audiobook app. Finally, an app that handles all my audiobook formats effortlessly. ListenBook is a must-have!
Wings
I'm hooked on this app's effortless downloading process β I can have my favorite audiobooks in seconds. With this app, I can devour books like never before β it's incredibly efficient.
Green Scavenger
The minimalist interface and intuitive settings make for an amazing user experience. ListenBook's integration with CarPlay and Apple Watch is seamless. I can now enjoy my favorite audiobooks during commutes and workouts. ListenBook's sharing options make it easy to spread the joy of captivating stories with friends. No more converting files β this app effortlessly handles various formats, saving me time and effort.
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