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.
Feral Mayhem
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Houston
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The Dude
ListenBook's commitment to delivering an exceptional audiobook experience is evident in its thoughtful features and design. Finally, an app that lets me enjoy my personal audiobooks, lectures, and speeches effortlessly. 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 makes organizing my audiobooks simple. The app is very user-friendly.
Romance Guppy
I'm rediscovering my favorite classics in a whole new way β through audiobooks! This app is like a personal audiobook concierge! The ability to download and organize audio files effortlessly is a game-changer for my reading routine. π±π The app's support for CarPlay and Apple Watch makes it a true companion for all occasions. The sleek and user-friendly interface makes navigating the app a breeze. It's a pleasure to use.
Flotsams54
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Vortex
ListenBook's user-friendly audio filters and controls have made my audiobook sessions more interactive and engaging. Perfect for listening to lectures and speeches. Highly useful app.
Sky Dahlia
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BuzzBait
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Chip Queen
The intuitive interface and seamless navigation make this app a joy to use. Automatic extraction of artwork and metadata adds a professional touch to my library. The app is so easy to set up. I was listening to my books in no time.
BearDrift
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Widow Curio
Hands down, the best audiobook collection I've ever come across. It has everything I want to listen to. Audiobook multitasking made easy β this app's functionality is top-notch. The tone adjustment feature in ListenBook Pro is a novel addition that allows me to personalize my audiobook experience. Download options are abundant, from WiFi to iTunes. It's all about convenience with this app. Auto-rewind is a very handy feature. Excellent app.
Howitzer Rise
ListenBook's support for CarPlay and Apple Watch integration has made multitasking with audio content a breeze. The audiobook player's silky-smooth playback is like music to my ears. Flawless performance!
Fennel Dove
I'm constantly amazed by the vast selection β there's always something new to discover. The range of self-help and personal development audiobooks is truly enriching. This app has transformed my daily routines into immersive storytelling experiences. With ListenBook, I can enjoy my own audio content with unparalleled ease and comfort.
Shy Warrior
This app has completely transformed my commute β I look forward to it now! Supports all my playlists and bookmarks perfectly. Playback speed and volume controls are top-notch. Highly recommend. I love the variety of themes available. It makes the app feel personalized.
Vixen
I love that I can enjoy audiobooks while cooking elaborate meals in the kitchen. ListenBook's focus on quality and user experience has made it my go-to app for audiobooks and educational content. I love that I can download content directly from the internet within the ListenBook app β so handy! Revolutionizing the way I enjoy stories β this app's seamless playback and intuitive controls make it a must-have for every book enthusiast. π±π§
Roadblock
The bookmarking feature ensures I never lose my place in a book β so convenient! This app's support for various formats and genres ensures that there's always something new to explore. πΆ Swapping background music for the soothing voices of narrators β audiobooks have become my soundtrack for daily life. π΅π
Bad Beret
This app's convenience and ease of use have transformed my screen time into productive learning sessions. This app's support for various formats has made my audiobook collection even more diverse and exciting. I'm hooked on this app's ability to make every moment a reading moment. AirDrop sharing is a very convenient feature. Thanks, ListenBook!
Star Scratch
Audiobooks have transformed my daily walks into a time of inspiration and learning. This app is like having a personal library with me wherever I go. This app is a treasure trove of knowledge, entertainment, and imagination.
Star Sword
Streamlining my audiobook journey β this app's design is top-notch. ListenBook Pro's tone adjustment feature is fascinating. I can alter the reader's voice to match my moodβwhat a creative addition! The adjustable playback speed is a revelation. It's like having a personal audiobook narrator at my pace.
Cosmic Presence
ListenBook has transformed my daily rituals into cherished opportunities for personal growth. I can't imagine my life without this app β it's my daily dose of literature.
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