Book description
Nicolson crafts a geography of the ancient world and a brilliant exploration of our connections to the past.What is the nature of things?What is justice? How can I be myself?How should we treat each other? Before the Greeks, the idea of the world was dominated by god-kings and their priests. Twenty-five hundred years ago, in a succession of small eastern Mediterranean harbor cities, a few heroic men and women decided to cast off mental subservience and apply their own thinking minds to the conundrums of life. These great innovators shaped the beginnings of western philosophy. Through the questioning voyager Odysseus, Homer explored how we might navigate our way through the world. Heraclitus, in Ephesus, was the first to consider the interrelatedness of things. Xenophanes of Colophon was the first champion of civility. On the Aegean island of Lesbos, the early lyric poets Sappho and Alcaeus asked themselves, "How can I be true to myself?" On Samos, Pythagoras imagined an everlasting soul and took his ideas to Italy, where they flowered again in surprising and radical forms. The award-winning writer Adam Nicolson travels with us through this transforming world and asks what light these ancient thinkers can throw on our deepest preconceptions. Enhanced with maps, photographs, and artwork, How to Be is an expedition into early ideas. Nicolson takes us to the dawn of investigative thought and makes the fundamental questions of the ancient philosophers new again. What are the principles of the physical world? How can we be good in it? And why do we continue to ask these questions? It is an enthralling, exhilarating journey.
Bambi Wings
ListenBook's intuitive controls and features have made it my preferred choice for audiobooks. ListenBookβs bookmarking feature is incredibly useful. I never lose my place in a book.
Queen Ginger
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DZE
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Mad Kid
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Twisty Dew
The 'Explore' feature has introduced me to authors I might never have discovered otherwise. I appreciate the option to listen to samples before committing to a book. ListenBook's interface is so intuitive. I was up and running in no time. Automated artwork and metadata extraction make my library look organized and visually appealing. This audiobook performed its function without excelling. The narrator's delivery was straightforward and easy to follow, though lacking in dramatic flair. The recording quality was decent with only occasional minor inconsistencies in volume. An acceptable but forgettable listening experience.
Spicy Thunder
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Green Scavenger
This app has transformed my long flights into productive and enjoyable experiences. Shuffle playback is a fun feature. It keeps me engaged with my audiobooks.
Mule Lock
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Chew Chew
I can't imagine my audio routine without ListenBook's seamless and user-friendly design. Seamless audiobook integration β this app's functionality is a true gem. ListenBook has become my gateway to new worlds, allowing me to explore stories, ideas, and knowledge.
Zero Corn
I'm impressed by how much more I'm learning through audiobooks compared to traditional reading. I'm grateful for this app, as it allows me to keep up with my reading even while multitasking. Thanks to this app, I can enjoy the world of literature without missing a beat in my fast-paced life. I love the ability to customize the skip buttons. Itβs so convenient.
Noise Toy
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Automatic Slicer
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Lady Peach
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Diamond Gamer
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Force
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Silver Rose
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General Finish
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Viceswerve
Integration with Apple CarPlay has made long road trips so much more enjoyable. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop and Sharing on ListenBook Pro is fantastic. This app's seamless integration with my devices has made audiobook listening a hassle-free experience. The app is so well-designed. Itβs clear the developers put a lot of thought into it.
Mad Rascal
Audiobooks have become my go-to entertainment, and this app is the reason. ListenBook has made my commutes more enjoyable, transforming them into learning sessions. A masterclass in audiobook narration! The performer maintained perfect consistency in character voices throughout while keeping the main narration clear and engaging. The production was flawless - no weird edits or background noise. I'll be seeking out more works by this narrator.
Glyph
Language courses on audiobooks helped me pick up a new language effortlessly. Audiobooks made convenient β this app's functionality is impressive. ListenBook's noise reduction feature in the Pro version is a testament to the app's commitment to audio quality.
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