Book description
"Lands of Lost Borders carried me up into a state of openness and excitement I haven't felt for years. It's a modern classic."--Pico IyerA brilliant, fierce writer, and winner of the 2019 RBC Taylor Prize, makes her debut with this enthralling travelogue and memoir of her journey by bicycle along the Silk Road--an illuminating and thought-provoking fusion of The Places in Between, Lab Girl, and Wild that dares us to challenge the limits we place on ourselves and the natural world.As a teenager, Kate Harris realized that the career she craved--to be an explorer, equal parts swashbuckler and metaphysician--had gone extinct. From what she could tell of the world from small-town Ontario, the likes of Marco Polo and Magellan had mapped the whole earth; there was nothing left to be discovered. Looking beyond this planet, she decided to become a scientist and go to Mars.In between studying at Oxford and MIT, Harris set off by bicycle down the fabled Silk Road with her childhood friend Mel. Pedaling mile upon mile in some of the remotest places on earth, she realized that an explorer, in any day and age, is the kind of person who refuses to live between the lines. Forget charting maps, naming peaks: what she yearned for was the feeling of soaring completely out of bounds. The farther she traveled, the closer she came to a world as wild as she felt within.Lands of Lost Borders, winner of the 2018 Banff Adventure Travel Award and a 2018 Nautilus Award, is the chronicle of Harris's odyssey and an exploration of the importance of breaking the boundaries we set ourselves; an examination of the stories borders tell, and the restrictions they place on nature and humanity; and a meditation on the existential need to explore--the essential longing to discover what in the universe we are doing here.Like Rebecca Solnit and Pico Iyer, Kate Harris offers a travel account at once exuberant and reflective, wry and rapturous. Lands of Lost Borders explores the nature of limits and the wildness of the self that can never fully be mapped. Weaving adventure and philosophy with the history of science and exploration, Lands of Lost Borders celebrates our connection as humans to the natural world, and ultimately to each other--a belonging that transcends any fences or stories that may divide us.
Mad Robin
With this app, my daily routines have become moments of intellectual exploration and personal growth. Noise reduction on ListenBook Pro is a revelation. It enhances the audio quality and makes listening comfortable. The app is so versatile. It works with all my audiobook formats.
Tabasco Dracula
Noise reduction on ListenBook Pro is impressive. It's like getting a clear, immersive listening experience. ListenBook's versatility with various audio formats means I can enjoy audiobooks from multiple sources effortlessly. The app never crashes. Itβs reliable and stable.
Back Bett
The ability to highlight passages and take notes while listening is a fantastic feature. ListenBook's seamless integration with CarPlay enhances my daily commute, making it a productive and enjoyable experience.
CloudFrenzy
ListenBook's clean interface and organized layout make it a pleasure to browse through my audiobooks. πΆββοΈπ§ Walking has never been this productive β exploring new worlds while I exercise! ποΈπ« Navigating through my audiobook collection is a breeze β this app's intuitive interface and convenient controls have made my reading journey effortless. π±π Playback speed and volume controls are fantastic. This audiobook kept me company during a long road trip and made the miles disappear! The narrator's engaging performance and the crisp production quality made for an immersive experience. I appreciated how well they balanced drama with clarity - never sacrificing understanding for effect.
Flashpoint
I've become the go-to storyteller at bedtime with the help of this magical app. I'm impressed by how much more I'm learning through audiobooks compared to traditional reading. Audiobooks have become my escape from reality β a journey into captivating worlds. The ListenBook app has become an indispensable part of my daily routine, helping me learn and relax simultaneously. ListenBook's compatibility with different formats ensures I never have to worry about file conversions.
Kabuki
ListenBookβs playback is smooth and reliable. I never have issues with audio quality. 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.
Lumberyard
My child has also fallen in love with audiobooks, all thanks to the app's kid-friendly collection. This app's compatibility with various formats ensures that I can enjoy my audiobooks hassle-free. πββοΈπ Combining fitness and fiction β this app keeps me motivated during workouts with its engaging stories! πββοΈπ My study sessions are more efficient than ever, thanks to the looping playback and bookmark features. The bookmark feature is fantastic. I can easily pick up where I left off.
Neophyte Believer
Audiobook listening has never been this easy and convenient β it's like having a personal narrator. π‘ This app's convenience is a blessing β I can squeeze in reading time between managing household tasks! π±π©βπ³ The range of audio formats supported is incredible. No need to worry about file conversion. I've never experienced such silky-smooth playback even with high-quality FLAC files. Fairly enjoyable, but forgettable. I didnβt have any major complaints, but I also donβt see myself revisiting this one. It was a decent way to spend a few hours, though.
Street Jolly
Mood-based playlists help me choose books that suit my current state of mind. This app has made my workouts and chores so much more enjoyable. This app's versatility and convenience have transformed my screen time into a productive reading journey. Mastering audiobook navigation β this app's ease of use is commendable. Adjustable playback speed is a fantastic feature. It allows me to customize my listening experience.
Shy Warrior
I can't believe how much more productive I am β I'm learning and growing while multitasking! Easy sharing with friends via AirDrop. Very convenient. The app is so easy to set up. I was listening to my books in no time.
Sky Dahlia
ListenBook has revolutionized my audiobook experience. Now I can enjoy my favorite lectures and speeches with ease! ListenBookβs audio quality is excellent. The app enhances my listening experience.
Pepper Prada
With ListenBook, my audio content is organized, accessible, and ready to inspire me. Sharing audiobooks with friends is a great way to connect over stories. The bookmark feature is fantastic. I can easily pick up where I left off.
Overrun
Effortless and enriching β that's how I'd describe my experience with this app. Its functionality, from seamless downloads to binaural audio processing, has truly raised the bar. π±π Tone adjustment is so cool. It's like customizing the reader's voice to my liking. The ability to download audiobooks directly is fantastic. ListenBook is very convenient. I don't have strong feelings about this one either way. The narration was competent but forgettable. The story itself was more engaging than the performance.
Rando Tank
Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop and Sharing on ListenBook Pro is a fantastic way to spread the joy of audiobooks. This app has made my daily walks a time for both exercise and learning.
Roller Girl
I can't get enough of the smooth playback experience. It's like a symphony for my ears. The audio quality is superb. ListenBook enhances my audiobook experience. The app is so well-designed. Itβs clear the developers put a lot of thought into it.
Steel Heart
ListenBook's compatibility with a wide array of audio formats makes it my ultimate audiobook companion. I love the ability to change the playback pitch. Itβs a unique feature.
Skylark
It's impressive how the app caters to both seasoned readers and newcomers. I've become a loyal fan of audiobooks, and this app is the reason why! ListenBook's dedication to excellence is evident in its well-designed interface, smooth playback, and powerful features. Changing the tone of the sound on ListenBook Pro adds a personal touch to my experience. The tone adjustment feature in ListenBook Pro is a novel addition that allows me to personalize my audiobook experience.
Sun Runner
I'm addicted to this app's ability to turn mundane moments into opportunities for intellectual growth. The sleek and user-friendly interface makes navigating the app a breeze. It's a pleasure to use. Iβm blown away by how feature-rich ListenBook is. From the customizable themes to the car mode, everything is designed with the user in mind. The app works flawlessly, and Iβve had zero issues with crashes or bugs. Highly recommend!
Pluto
ListenBook's multiple ways to download audio, including from the internet, are a game-changer. Downloading audio from network devices is a brilliant feature. It's incredibly convenient. ListenBook is the best audiobook player Iβve ever used. The app is packed with features like customizable skip intervals, playback speed, and sleep timers. The interface is clean and easy to navigate, making it a joy to use. Five stars!
Arsenic Coo
The ListenBook app has become an indispensable part of my daily routine, helping me learn and relax simultaneously. π± An app that respects my time and delivers on functionality β audiobook listening has never been this effortless. ππ I'm impressed by the extensive statistics feature, allowing me to track my audiobook consumption over time.
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