Book description
Timeless wisdom on generosity and gratitude from the great Stoic philosopher Seneca To give and receive well may be the most human thing you can do--but it is also the closest you can come to divinity. So argues the great Roman Stoic thinker Seneca (c. 4 BCE-65 CE) in his longest and most searching moral treatise, "On Benefits" (De Beneficiis). James Romm's splendid new translation of essential selections from this work conveys the heart of Seneca's argument that generosity and gratitude are among the most important of all virtues. For Seneca, the impulse to give to others lies at the very foundation of society; without it, we are helpless creatures, worse than wild beasts. But generosity did not arise randomly or by chance. Seneca sees it as part of our desire to emulate the gods, whose creation of the earth and heavens stands as the greatest gift of all. Seneca's soaring prose captures his wonder at that gift, and expresses a profound sense of gratitude that will inspire today's readers. Complete with an enlightening introduction and the original Latin on facing pages, How to Give is a timeless guide to the profound significance of true generosity.
New Magoo
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EchoEnigma
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Mosquit-No
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Call Back Queen
I've fallen in love with literature all over again, thanks to this incredible app. This app has made reading a part of my lifestyle, no matter where I am. Efficient audiobook enjoyment – this app's functionality is a revelation. The app is so reliable. I’ve never had any issues with it.
Digger
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Dallas Burn
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ThoughtTracer
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1st Degree
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Howitzer Rise
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Sky Bully
With ListenBook, my daily commutes have become a cherished time for learning and enjoyment. I'm in awe of how this app has made reading a part of my busy life. Effortlessly enjoying audiobooks on the go – kudos to this app's functionality. Automated artwork and metadata extraction keeps my audiobook library visually appealing.
Bad Beh8vior
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RealmRanger
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MuseMaster
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Stud muffin
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Sloth
🌌 Elevating my reading routine – this app's functionality is the key to unlocking new worlds of storytelling. 📚🔑 The tone adjustment feature in ListenBook Pro is a novel addition that allows me to personalize my audiobook experience. With support for various formats, I can finally listen to my diverse audiobook collection.
WanderWord
I've become addicted to this app – in the best possible way! This app has made my commutes and long drives a source of joy and learning. The app never crashes. It’s reliable and stable.
Innocent Ghost
Binaural audio processing on ListenBook is a thoughtful addition that keeps my ears comfortable during extended listening sessions. This app's compatibility with different devices ensures that I can enjoy my audiobooks anywhere, anytime. The app's support for different audio formats is like a dream come true for audiophiles. The compatibility with Apple Watch is a game-changer. Controlling my audiobooks from my wrist is genius.
DreamDasher
This app's playback controls and features make it a breeze to customize my listening experience. Audiobook pleasure simplified – this app's functionality is a reader's delight.
VileHero
It's like having a personal library that fits in my pocket – truly amazing! ListenBook has turned my downtime into an opportunity for exploration and growth. Audiobook immersion made simple – this app's ease of use is commendable. ListenBook’s interface is clean and intuitive. It’s a joy to use.
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