Book description
The extraordinary story of how the human brain evolved... and is still evolving. We've come a long way. The earliest human had a brain as small as a child's fist; ours are four times bigger, with spectacular abilities and potential we are only just beginning to understand. This is How the Mind Changed, a seven-million-year journey through our own heads, packed with vivid stories, groundbreaking science, and thrilling surprises. Discover how memory has almost nothing to do with the past; meditation rewires our synapses; magic mushroom use might be responsible for our intelligence; climate accounts for linguistic diversity; and how autism teaches us hugely positive lessons about our past and future. Dr. Joseph Jebelli's In Pursuit of Memory was shortlisted for the Royal Society Science Book Prize and longlisted for the Wellcome. In this, his eagerly awaited second book, he draws on deep insights from neuroscience, evolutionary biology, psychology, and philosophy to guide us through the unexpected changes that shaped our brains. From genetic accidents and environmental forces to historical and cultural advances, he explores how our brain's evolution turned us into Homo sapiens and beyond. A single mutation is all it takes.
Easy Street
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M8deUp
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Sprinkle Lovenuts
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Dark Burn
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Pogue
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Venom Charms
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Avenge Paws
Chapters make it so easy to pick up where I left off. No more hunting around. Adjusting the tone of the voice is a creative feature. It allows for a unique and personalized experience. Library organization and book groups make managing my audiobook collection a breeze.
Pop Bee
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Mammoth 2
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Nueva Nova
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Goatee Shield
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Joker's Grin
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Tse Tse Guy
From novels to speeches, this app's versatility in playing different formats has turned my ordinary moments into extraordinary listening sessions. π±π Kudos to the developers for optimizing this app for iOS 16. It runs like a dream on my device. Bookmarks are a must-have for any audiobook lover. They help me stay organized and engaged.
Digger
Playlists and bookmarks are super helpful. Love using ListenBook! This is exactly what I look for in an audiobook! The narrator's pleasant voice and excellent diction made even complex passages easy to follow. I appreciated the subtle but effective use of pauses and emphasis that added depth to the listening experience. Finished it in record time because I couldn't stop listening.
Pink C
Kudos to ListenBook for the intuitive design and easy-to-use controls. It's evident that they've put a lot of thought into user experience. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a delightful way to share the joy of storytelling. I love the ability to change the background color. Itβs a nice touch.
Devil Chick
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Icy Avenger
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Upper D3ckR
Audiobooks have turned my mundane activities into opportunities for learning and enjoyment. ListenBook Pro's tone adjustment feature is a unique touch that adds personalization to my audiobook journey. The adjustable playback speed feature is a true innovation. It adds a personalized touch to my listening. Iβve tried many audiobook players, and this one is by far the best.
LuminaLore
Audiobooks have made long flights feel like a breeze β a true travel essential. An audiobook Iβll listen to again! The story was engaging, and the narratorβs performance made it even better. Some parts were so well-delivered that I replayed them just to hear the emotion again.
Stealth
I'm hooked on this app's ease of use β it's a reader's dream come true. π§ Immerse yourself in stories effortlessly β this app's functionality is the gateway to endless audiobook adventures. ππ ListenBook has become my go-to workout companion. It keeps me motivated and entertained. Library organization is simplified with ListenBook. It's easy to keep my audiobooks neat and tidy. I love the variety of themes available. It makes the app feel personalized.
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