Book description
The renowned nature writer and author of the best-selling Underland delivers a revelatory book that transforms how we look at the natural world-and life itself.Hailed as "a naturalist who can unfurl a sentence with the breathless ease of a master angler" (Holly Morris, New York Times), Robert Macfarlane brings his glittering style to a profound work of travel writing, reporting, and natural history. Is a River Alive? is a joyous exploration into an ancient, urgent idea: that rivers are living beings who should be recognized as such in imagination and law. Macfarlane takes readers on three unforgettable journeys teeming with extraordinary people and places: to the miraculous cloud-forests and mountain streams of Ecuador, to the wounded creeks and lagoons of India, and to the spectacular wild rivers of Canada-imperiled by mining, pollution, and dams. Braiding these journeys is the life story of the fragile chalk stream a mile from Macfarlane's house, which flows through his own years and days. Powered by Macfarlane's dazzling prose and lit throughout by other voices, Is a River Alive? will open hearts, challenge perspectives, and remind us that our fate flows with that of rivers-and always has.
MindfulMingle
I've been able to explore different cultures and perspectives through a diverse range of books. ListenBook's library organization and book groups make managing my collection effortless. This app's compatibility with different file types means that my entire audiobook collection is at my fingertips. My audiobook collection has never looked better. Thank you, ListenBook! It was fine. The narrator did an adequate job but nothing about the performance particularly stood out to me. Got me through my commute though.
Mr. Gadget
No more carrying heavy books – this app has transformed my reading habits. Finally, an app that supports all my audiobook formats! ListenBook is a game-changer. ListenBook is packed with useful features. It’s the best audiobook app I’ve used. The app is perfect for people who love to listen to books at night.
Moxie
Listening to audiobooks has turned mundane tasks into enjoyable experiences. With ListenBook, I've found a versatile and enjoyable way to listen to audiobooks and expand my knowledge. Looping playback helps me focus on challenging content and grasp complex concepts. A study must-have!
Cougar Fuzz
Gone are the days of waiting for the right time to read – this app is always ready. The app's attention to detail is commendable. It's evident in every feature. Automated artwork and metadata extraction make my audiobook library look neat and professional. ListenBook is a game-changer for audiobook lovers. The app supports all formats, and the import process is seamless. I love the playback history feature—it’s so easy to revisit my favorite parts. Highly recommend this app!
Twiddle Twix
Looping playback helps me immerse myself in the content. It's my secret study weapon. Automated artwork and metadata extraction make my audiobook library look neat and professional.
Twin Blaze
Downloading over WiFi saves so much time. Very efficient. Quick access to chapters and smooth playback. Excellent app!
Kinged
This app has turned my daily commute into a source of inspiration and entertainment. I'm hooked on this app's ability to make every moment a reading moment. Listening statistics are a great motivator. Love this feature!
Bazooka Har-de-har
I'm addicted to this app's seamless integration with my daily routines and activities. Streamlined audiobook integration – this app's usability is impressive.
Alberta
This app's user-friendly design makes navigating through books a breeze. Navigating audiobooks with ease – this app's design is user-centric. Seamless audiobook integration – this app's functionality is a technological marvel. The statistics tracking feature is very useful. ListenBook helps me keep track of my listening time. A perfectly acceptable audiobook that fulfilled its purpose. The narration was competent if not particularly memorable, and the production quality was standard for the genre. It served as decent background entertainment during mundane tasks.
21st Street
Integration with Apple CarPlay has made long road trips so much more enjoyable. The app's design is sleek and modern – it's a pleasure to navigate. With features like auto-rewind, I never lose my place when I pause listening.
Fatsy Bear
ListenBook is my go-to companion for immersive audiobook experiences. The ease of use and extensive format support make it a must-have! ListenBook's drag-and-drop download feature from web browsers is incredibly convenient. Downloading audiobooks has never been this easy.
Pinup Diva
ListenBook has turned my ordinary moments into extraordinary adventures through stories. ⏰ Waking up to audiobooks – mornings have never been this magical and inspiring! ☀️🎧 Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a delightful way to share the joy of storytelling. Supports all my playlists and bookmarks perfectly. I love the download options. ListenBook gives me so many ways to get my audiobooks onto my device.
Venom Petunia
ListenBook has made audiobook listening a personalized and enriching journey. Library organization and book groups make managing my audiobook collection a breeze. An unobjectionable but unexceptional audiobook experience. The narrator's performance was serviceable and the audio quality was fine, but nothing about the production particularly stood out or elevated the material. It was decent background listening.
Flotsams54
ListenBook's library organization and book groups make managing my collection effortless. This app has made my daily walks a time for both exercise and learning. Efficiency meets audiobooks – this app's functionality is a true winner. With its powerful audio downloading features, I can have my favorite audiobooks ready to go, anytime and anywhere.
Uncle Buddy
I've been able to tackle my reading list like never before, thanks to this app. Audiobooks have made my morning routine something to look forward to. This audiobook transformed my household chores into enjoyable moments! The narrator's lively yet measured delivery kept me engaged throughout. I particularly appreciated how they handled exposition - making potentially dry information interesting through thoughtful inflection and pacing.
Pink Nightmare
This app's ease of use has made reading a seamless part of my daily routine. 🎶📚 Replacing melodies with literary symphonies – my ears are in love! 🎵📚 One of the best audiobooks I’ve heard! The story was compelling, and the narrator’s delivery added depth to every scene. I found myself looking for excuses to listen just a little longer. Will definitely revisit this one!
QuantumQuipper
Audiobook listening has never been this easy and convenient – it's like having a personal narrator. 🎧 Finally, an app that understands my need for convenience and ease of use! Audiobooks have never been this accessible. 📚📱 My productivity has soared since I started using ListenBook for my study materials. The variety of supported formats means I can enjoy audiobooks from different sources hassle-free. This was an adequate audiobook for casual listening. The narrator maintained a consistent pace and clear diction throughout, though their performance lacked some emotional range. The audio quality was fine with no significant technical distractions.
Taffy Duchess
Audiobooks have made my long drives enjoyable, and this app is my co-pilot. Sharing audiobooks with friends is a breeze thanks to ListenBook Pro's AirDrop and sharing options. Spread the joy of a good story! Adjustable playback speed is my secret weapon for covering more material in less time. A productivity boost! I love the chapter navigation feature. ListenBook makes it easy to find specific sections.
Ember Rope
ListenBook's sharing options make it a breeze to connect with fellow audiobook enthusiasts and share recommendations. ListenBook's player features are incredibly helpful. Chapters and bookmarks make navigation easy.
Shimmy Shammy
The range of supported formats is impressive. No more converting files! The audio filters make a noticeable difference. ListenBook provides an excellent listening experience. The ability to download audiobooks directly is fantastic. ListenBook is very convenient. I love the ability to change the background color. It’s a nice touch.
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