Book description
"Why did Eurasians conquer, displace, or decimate Native Americans, Australians, and Africans, instead of the reverse? In this groundbreaking book, evolutionary biologist Jared Diamond stunningly dismantles racially based theories of human history by revealing the environmental factors actually responsible for history's broadest patterns. Here, at last, is a world history that really is a history of all the world's peoples, a unified narrative of human life even more intriguing and important than accounts of dinosaurs and glaciers." "A major advance in our understanding of human societies, Guns, Germs, and Steel chronicles the way that the modern world, and its inequalities, came to be. It is a work rich in dramatic revelations that will fascinate readers even as it challenges conventional wisdom."--BOOK JACKET.Title Summary field provided by Blackwell North America, Inc. All Rights Reserved
An intriguing study of the rise of civilization argues that human development is not based on race or ethnic differences but rather is linked to biological diversity, discussing the evolution of agriculture, technology, writing, political systems, and religious belief. Tour.
Voodoo Cyclone
Effortlessly managing my audiobook collection – this app's functionality is a winner. Automated artwork and metadata extraction make my library look organized and visually appealing. I love the download options. ListenBook gives me so many ways to get my audiobooks onto my device.
Bones
The app's features, like the sleep timer, make it clear that it's designed with readers in mind. ListenBook's support for CarPlay and Apple Watch integration has elevated my listening experience. I'm blown away by how this app has made my commutes productive and my downtime entertaining. With this app, I've discovered a whole new way to enjoy literature. ListenBook's intuitive interface and quick controls make it a pleasure to navigate through audiobooks.
Impulsive Flower
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Ship Whip
I'm thrilled that ListenBook offers both basic and advanced features to cater to all types of users. Finally, an app that turns my daily commute into an adventure through literature.
Impulsive Flower
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ThoughtTracer
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Nueva Nova
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True Sweetness
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QuantumQuill
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The Final Judgement
I'm exploring new genres and authors I wouldn't have considered otherwise. This app has enriched my daily routine with the joy of stories and knowledge. Finally, an app that lets me organize my audiobooks effortlessly. The library organization and book groups feature make navigation a breeze. This app has completely transformed my daily routine. I can't imagine my commute without it! Quick access to chapters and smooth playback. Fantastic app!
Sick Saurus
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Red Delicious
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Freak
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Delicious Cupid
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Super Flick
The captivating narrators make each story come alive in a unique way. The selection of classics is a treasure trove for literature enthusiasts.
Back Bett
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Fire Fish
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Reed Lady
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Gunhawk
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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