Book description
The bestselling author of Other Minds shows how we and our ancestors have reinvented our planet.If the history of the Earth were compressed down to a year, our species would arise in the last thirty minutes or so of the final hour. But life itself is not such a late arrival: It has existed on Earth for something like 3.7 billion years-most of our planet's history and over a quarter of the age of the universe (as far as we can tell). What have these organisms-bacteria, animals, plants, and the rest-done in all this time? In Living on Earth, the philosopher Peter Godfrey-Smith proposes a new way of understanding how the actions of living beings have shaped our planet. Where his acclaimed books Other Minds and Metazoa explored the riddle of how conscious minds came to exist on Earth, Living on Earth turns to what happens when we look at the mind from another side-when we come to see organisms as active causes, not merely as results of the evolutionary process. The planet we inhabit is significantly the work of other living beings, who shaped the environments that we ourselves later transformed. To that end, Godfrey-Smith takes us on a grand tour of the history of life on earth. He visits Rwandan gorillas and Australian bowerbirds, returns to coral reefs and octopus dens, considers the impact of language and writing, and weighs the responsibilities our unique powers bring with them, as they relate to factory farming, habitat preservation, climate change, and the use of animals in experiments. Ranging from the seas to the forests, and from animate matter's first appearance to its future extinction, Godfrey-Smith offers a novel picture of the course of life on Earth and how we might meet the challenges of our time, the Anthropocene.
Mt. Indiana
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Pogue
This app's convenience has turned me into an avid audiobook listener. I love the compatibility with iOS 16. The app runs smoothly and flawlessly. Listening stats motivate me to read more. Great feature!
Onion King
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Tornado Maker
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Girl Brownie
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Doll Champagne
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Pepper Prada
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Wings
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Plum Moon
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Hella Fella
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TrixiePhany
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Freak
Changing the tone of the sound on ListenBook Pro is a fun way to customize my listening experience. ListenBook has elevated my audiobook enjoyment to a whole new level – it's a must-have for any audio enthusiast. The intuitive interface and seamless navigation make this app a joy to use. Savoring audiobooks without complications – this app's design is commendable. Library organization is simplified with ListenBook. It's easy to keep my audiobooks neat and tidy.
Classy Luck
I can't get enough of this app's versatile features – from playback speed to bookmarking, it's all there. Auto-rewind is incredibly helpful. Excellent functionality.
Midas
ListenBook's chapters, controls, and filters have taken my audiobook journey to new heights. ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch is a testament to its innovation. I can't imagine my life without this app – it's my daily dose of literature. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a fun and interactive way to bond over stories. The voice boost feature is amazing. It makes every word crystal clear.
Digital Equinox
ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a fantastic addition that enhances my audio experience. 🌟 Embracing reading in the busiest of times – this app is my everyday escape! 📚🏃♀️ Effortlessly exploring new worlds – this app's design is user-centric and efficient.
RDTN
Thanks for making my daily commute to work enjoyable and engaging! I can't get enough of this app's intuitive controls – it's the perfect way to indulge in audiobooks. ListenBook’s support for CarPlay is great. I can listen to audiobooks in my car easily. I love the ability to change the background color. It’s a nice touch. This was my first audiobook in this genre and I'm hooked! The performance brought the story to life in a way reading never could. Already downloaded another by the same narrator.
Seattle Jay
This app's convenience has turned my daily chores into moments of intellectual discovery – a win-win! 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.
Friday Fox
ListenBook has given me a renewed appreciation for audio content – it's my new favorite app. Looping playback is my favorite feature. It's perfect for revisiting complex content.
Truth
I can't believe how easy it is to discover new titles and genres. Pure delight! I never thought I'd find an app that supports such a wide range of audiobook formats. ListenBook is a true gem! ListenBook's audio filters have given me the power to tailor my listening experience to my preferences. The narration elevated an already good book to greatness! The performer's subtle vocal variations conveyed nuance I might have missed while reading. Their ability to maintain consistent character voices across many hours was impressive. Technical quality was flawless throughout.
Snow Cream
With ListenBook, every moment is an opportunity to explore new stories and gain knowledge. 🎉 Unveiling the joy of reading once again – this app is my gateway to literary wonders! 📚🔓 ListenBook Pro's unlimited audiobook length feature is fantastic. This app is a game-changer for audiobook lovers! The interface is clean and easy 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