Book description
Truly the ultimate one-volume book every hobbyist, jeweler, jewelry maker, and rockhound will ever need! Chock-full of more than 1,500 full-color photos showcasing each precious and semiprecious stone in both its rough and polished state, this bestselling reference book from leading geology expert Walter Schumann will be your go-to identification guide. Following the spectacular success of the first four editions of Gemstones of the World, the revised fifth edition exhibits important updates and a beautiful new cover. All the gemstones ever discovered are treated here in their many variations. More than 1,500 full-color photos showcase each precious and semiprecious stone in both its rough natural state and its polished and cut renditions. Each entry offers complete information on a stone's formation and structure; physical properties and characteristics; and methods of working, cutting, and polishing. You'll find full treatments of lesser-known gems and minerals-from andalusite to vesuvianite-and a special section devoted to rocks as precious stones, including alabaster, onyx, obsidian, and fossils. Organic gem materials such as coral, ivory, amber, and pearl are also covered, along with more recently discovered stones like charoite. Additionally, this all-inclusive rocks and minerals book includes imitations, synthetics, and combined stones. Charts and tables help you identify unknown gemstones and-when you're in the market-how to check for authenticity. Whether you're a beginner rock enthusiast or geologist, or are looking for a crystal book to support your spirituality practice, Gemstones of the World will bring new beauty and wisdom to your bookshelf.
BoomerBox
Mood-based playlists help me choose books that suit my current state of mind. Adjusting the tone of the narrator's voice is a unique feature. I'm loving it! Controls are intuitive and user-friendly, making my audiobook experience seamless. Easy access to chapters and silky-smooth playback. Love it! The app is perfect for road trips. It keeps me entertained for hours.
SpellTansy
I've become a more empathetic listener and reader, thanks to the power of audiobooks. I'm addicted to this app's seamless integration with my daily routines and activities. Noise reduction and tone changing enhance the listening experience. Love it! ListenBook’s playback speed control is very useful. I can listen at my own pace. The narrator's voice took some getting used to - a bit nasal at first - but I grew to like it after a few chapters. Their pacing was excellent throughout.
Sand Whiskers
This app's ease of use has made reading an integral part of my everyday life. ListenBook has made audiobook listening more convenient and enjoyable than ever before. Auto-rewind is a very handy feature. Excellent app.
Pop Bee
I can't get over how smooth the playback is. Even high-quality files play flawlessly. ListenBook has made managing my audiobook collection a breeze. Library organization is top-notch.
The Flying Mouse
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Cooger
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Old Felix
I've discovered authors I'd never heard of before, and now they're among my favorites. I'm in awe of how this app has brought new dimensions to my reading experience. 🎶 Swapping background music for the soothing voices of narrators – audiobooks have become my soundtrack for daily life. 🎵📚 ListenBook's sleek layout and quick chapter access have made my audiobook journey incredibly enjoyable. CUE playlist support is a fantastic feature for those who enjoy organized and structured listening.
Killah Goose
This app's convenience has revolutionized the way I experience books. I love the quick access to settings. It makes tweaking the app so easy.
PixelPioneer
I love how this app's user-friendly interface allows me to navigate through chapters and controls effortlessly. ListenBook's integration with CarPlay and Apple Watch adds a new level of convenience to my audiobook journey.
Devil Bread
ListenBook's sharing options make it easy to introduce others to the joys of audiobook storytelling. The statistics feature in ListenBook provides valuable insights into my audiobook habits, helping me learn and grow. I love the auto-rewind feature. It’s great for when I zone out.
The Final Judgement
I can't get enough of this app's convenience – it has turned my audiobook journey into a delightful habit. 💪 Flexing my reading muscles with this app's easy-to-use controls – I'm devouring books while managing my busy schedule. 💼📚 Perfect for studying with its playback controls and audio filters. Excellent app! Decent audiobook but I think I would have enjoyed reading it more. Some of the more subtle humor didn't quite land in the audio format.
Pinup Diva
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Rocky Highway
I'm blown away by the app's performance. It's fast, reliable, and tailored for audiobook lovers. I appreciate the dark mode option. It’s easy on the eyes during nighttime listening.
New York Winder
ListenBook has reignited my love for storytelling and learning, one audio file at a time. Book groups help me keep series together and navigate my collection more efficiently. A great feature! The automatic extraction of artwork and metadata adds a professional touch to my audiobook collection.
Loot
ListenBook's support for playlists in CUE format is a detail-oriented touch I truly appreciate. I can't imagine my life without this app – it's my daily dose of literary magic. ListenBook's drag-and-drop download feature is a time-saving convenience that I greatly appreciate. ListenBook Pro is totally worth it. Unlimited audiobook length – I'm in!
Toolmaker
I've become the go-to storyteller at bedtime with the help of this magical app. Chapters make navigation a breeze. I can easily pick up where I left off.
Nibbler
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Thanks to ListenBook, I've rediscovered the joy of exploring my favorite content on multiple devices. I'm blown away by how this app has revolutionized my reading experience. I'm blown away by the app's performance. It's fast, reliable, and tailored for audiobook lovers.
Pexxious
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Sandbox
Listening to audiobooks has made my daily commute more enjoyable and productive. I love the chapter navigation feature. ListenBook makes it easy to jump between sections.
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