Book description
Why did Eurasians conquer, displace, or decimate Native Americans, Australians, and Africans, instead of the reverse? In this "artful, informative, and delightful" (William H. McNeill, New York Review of Books) book, a classic of our time, evolutionary biologist Jared Diamond dismantles racist theories of human history by revealing the environmental factors actually responsible for its broadest patterns.The story begins 13,000 years ago, when Stone Age hunter-gatherers constituted the entire human population. Around that time, the developmental paths of human societies on different continents began to diverge greatly. Early domestication of wild plants and animals in the Fertile Crescent, China, Mesoamerica, the Andes, and other areas gave peoples of those regions a head start at a new way of life. But the localized origins of farming and herding proved to be only part of the explanation for their differing fates. The unequal rates at which food production spread from those initial centers were influenced by other features of climate and geography, including the disparate sizes, locations, and even shapes of the continents. Only societies that moved away from the hunter-gatherer stage went on to develop writing, technology, government, and organized religions as well as deadly germs and potent weapons of war. It was those societies, adventuring on sea and land, that invaded others, decimating native inhabitants through slaughter and the spread of disease.A major landmark in our understanding of human societies, Guns, Germs, and Steel chronicles the way in which the modern world, and its inequalities, came to be.
Dredd
Audiobook lovers, rejoice! This app's functionality is a game-changer. Seamlessly switch between formats and enjoy a hassle-free reading experience. 📱🎧 Book groups are a thoughtful addition. I can group related titles for easy access.
NoiseFire
💡 This app is a brilliant way to squeeze in reading time amidst my busy schedule! 📱👩🍳 Adjusting playback speed has given me greater control over my audiobook experience. I can optimize my learning and enjoyment by customizing the pacing. Great for listening to lectures and educational content. Very useful!
Slinger
I appreciate how ListenBook offers various methods for downloading audio – it caters to different preferences. ListenBook's support for CarPlay and Apple Watch integration has elevated my listening experience. CUE playlist support helps me organize my audiobooks efficiently. It's a great organizational tool. Adjusting the tone of the voice is an innovative feature that enhances the immersion in the content. I’ve been using ListenBook for months, and it’s been a fantastic experience. The app is lightweight, doesn’t drain my battery, and works perfectly in the background. The equalizer and voice boost features are amazing. Highly recommend!
Berry Succubus
The app's customization options allow me to tailor the listening experience to my liking. ListenBook's Pro version is worth every penny. The noise reduction feature makes even noisy environments an ideal place for immersive listening. Noise reduction and tone changing are awesome features.
Austin Shamrock
With this app, I've turned mundane chores into exciting opportunities for intellectual growth. 💪 Achieving double wins – workouts become invigorating with stories to fuel my motivation! 💪🎧
Venom Petunia
This app is my constant companion, making every moment a chance to discover new worlds. The app is so well-designed. It’s clear the developers put a lot of thought into it.
Swedish Twizz
I'm amazed by how this app effortlessly turns my daily routines into enjoyable learning sessions. Auto-rewind feature is very useful. Excellent app! Elegant design and easy-to-navigate interface. Very pleased with ListenBook.
VisionVoyager
I'm amazed at how this app has made reading fit into every aspect of my life. Tone adjustment is such an innovative feature. It adds a personal touch to narration. Adjusting the tone of the narrator's voice adds a layer of personalization that I never knew I needed. The app is very easy to use. ListenBook makes managing my audiobook library simple. The app is so easy to set up. I was listening to my books in no time.
Skool
ListenBook's support for various formats means I can explore a wide range of content without limitations. Audiobooks have become my constant companions during my daily activities. With this app, I've turned mundane chores into exciting opportunities for intellectual growth. The customer support is amazing. They responded to my query within hours.
Palomino
This app has become my ultimate travel companion, ensuring that I'm always entertained and inspired. Adjusting the tone of the voice is an innovative feature that allows for a personalized listening experience. The app’s design is sleek and modern. ListenBook is my favorite audiobook player. The app is perfect for people who love to listen to books while commuting.
Rope
ListenBook's ability to extract artwork and metadata automatically adds a visual touch to my audiobook collection. Download options are versatile, making it easy to get audiobooks from various sources. ListenBook’s playback is smooth and reliable. I never have issues with audio quality.
Eerie
With ListenBook, I can enjoy my audiobooks with enhanced sound quality and personalized settings. With this app, I've turned my everyday moments into meaningful opportunities for growth and learning. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a blessing for clear and distraction-free listening.
Mad Kid
ListenBook's support for CarPlay and Apple Watch is a game-changer for my on-the-go listening. Adjusting playback speed has revolutionized the way I learn and enjoy audiobooks. I can adapt the pace to my needs, maximizing comprehension and retention. The ability to adjust playback speed and volume is a game-changer for me.
Classy Dancer
ListenBook's compatibility with multiple downloading methods ensures there's always a way to get my content. ListenBook's powerful audio downloading features make it easy to keep my content at my fingertips. Auto-rewind feature is very useful. Excellent app! A wonderful performance! The narrator captured the mood of the book perfectly, making it easy to visualize each scene. The audio quality was crisp, and the pacing kept me hooked from start to finish.
Iron Jesus
I've fallen in love with literature all over again, thanks to this incredible app. Being able to adjust playback speed suits everyone's preferences – a thoughtful feature. 💼 Boosting productivity at work with an audiobook in the background – love it! 💻🎧 The app's versatility in audio downloading is unmatched. It's a comprehensive solution for my audiobook needs.
Pompeii Unicorn
I can't get over how smooth the playback is. Even high-quality files play flawlessly. Looping playback has taken my language learning to new heights. Highly recommended! Chapters make navigation a breeze. I can easily pick up where I left off. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a fun way to introduce them to captivating stories.
Glyph
With ListenBook, I've found a versatile and enjoyable way to listen to audiobooks and expand my knowledge. Audiobook multitasking made simple – this app's functionality is a true delight. Kudos to the developers for creating an app that caters to audiobook lovers like me. From sleek design to functional features, it's a true gem. 💎📚 ListenBook's noise reduction feature in the Pro version is a testament to the app's commitment to audio quality. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature enhances the audio quality to an impressive degree.
Tootsie Killer
ListenBook's chapters, controls, and filters have taken my audiobook journey to new heights. As an audiobook enthusiast, I'm in awe of ListenBook's advanced features. The ability to adjust the reader's voice tone is a unique and fun addition. ListenBook's attention to detail in design and functionality sets it apart from other audiobook apps. I love the download options. ListenBook gives me so many ways to get my audiobooks onto my device. What a fantastic listening experience! The narrator brought the characters to life with distinct voices and emotional depth. The pacing was perfect - not too fast to lose details, not too slow to become boring. I particularly appreciated how well the narrator conveyed the atmosphere of key scenes.
Metal Aphrodite
ListenBook's dedication to enhancing the audiobook experience has made it my preferred app for listening to content on the go. With this app, I've rediscovered the joy of reading through my ears, making every moment more valuable.
Trip
The 'Explore' feature has introduced me to authors I might never have discovered otherwise. ListenBook's support for various audio formats makes it a versatile app for all kinds of audiobook enthusiasts. I can't get enough of this app's intuitive design – it's like a personal library right at my fingertips. Looping playback helps me revise and memorize complex topics effectively. A study essential!
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