Book description
Discover 60 of the world's most spectacular gardens plus 120 travel ideas to ignite a love of outdoor spaces. Featuring the history of every botanical gem, beautiful photography and trip planning tips, this uplifting book explores the restorative effects of flora and fauna, and the joy to be experienced from each of the inspiring gardens inside it.Walk spellbinding nature trails at the Desert Botanical Garden in Arizona, US; wander the stone paths of Japan's infamous Kenroku-en Garden; or steal away to a subtropical retreat just off the coast from Glengarriff, Ireland. In-depth garden profiles, Q&As with experts, and personal accounts from writers who have experienced the magic of each destination accompany the mesmerising gardens inside this book, so that you can learn just why each idyllic sanctuary is so joyful.Inside The Joy of Exploring Gardens:- 60 in-depth profiles of gardens illustrated with beautiful photography; a Q&A section where you can read the insights and thoughts from an expert closely linked to the garden; and first-hand accounts from writers who have visited each outdoor space- 120 extra must-visit garden destinations from all over the world- At-a-glance reasons to go that offer a glimpse into what you can expect to find in each garden from water features to rainforest walks; city views to upcycled sculptures- Accessibility awareness including an overview of the path and ground conditions and the availability of accessible toilets and other amenities for visitors with disabilities and mobility issues- In the know tips to help you get there including local transport, when to go, what to take with you, must-do activities, and experiences not to be missed- Covers global garden destinations including Africa & the Middle East, Americas, Asia, Europe, Oceania- Foreword by Lyanda Lynn Haupt, author, naturalist, ecophilosopher, and speaker. Her latest book is Rooted: Life at the Crossroads of Science, Nature, and Spirit.Do more of what you love with our uplifting Joy of series and nurture your biggest passions. The Joy of Exploring Gardens is the ultimate gift book for the horticulturist in your life or a wonderful treat to inspire your next joyful garden adventure to a paradisiacal wonder or secret botanical gem.About Lonely Planet: Lonely Planet, a Red Ventures Company, is the world's number one travel guidebook brand. Providing both inspiring and trustworthy information for every kind of traveller since 1973, Lonely Planet reaches hundreds of millions of travellers each year online and in print and helps them unlock amazing experiences. Visit us at lonelyplanet.com and join our community of followers on Facebook (facebook.com/lonelyplanet), Twitter (@lonelyplanet), Instagram (instagram.com/lonelyplanet), and TikTok (@lonelyplanet).'Lonely Planet. It's on everyone's bookshelves; it's in every traveller's hands. It's on mobile phones. It's on the Internet. It's everywhere, and it's telling entire generations of people how to travel the world.' - Fairfax Media (Australia)
SprkR
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Shay
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Atlantic Rim
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Slug-em-dog
The convenience of downloading audiobooks for offline listening is a game-changer. The app's compatibility with CarPlay enhances my driving experience. Audiobooks on the road have never been better. ListenBook has elevated my learning experience. I'm retaining more information than ever. The ability to organize my library is a huge plus. Everything is so neat and tidy.
Flotsams54
My audiobook collection has never been more organized. Library management is a breeze. Finally, an app that supports all my audiobook formats! ListenBook is a game-changer.
VisionVortex
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Mental Prophet
As a language enthusiast, this app has been a fantastic tool for learning new languages. Effortless audiobook management โ this app's usability is impressive. Audiobook enthusiasts, rejoice! This app's elegant design and robust functionality make it a must-have for anyone who loves to listen on the go. ๐ง๐ฑ Bookmarks are a lifesaver for study materials. I never lose my place again. My workouts have become more enjoyable and productive with ListenBook's compatibility with Apple Watch.
New Magoo
The convenience of having an entire library at my fingertips is a dream come true. ListenBook has brought a whole new level of convenience and enjoyment to my audiobook experience. I can't get enough of this app โ it's like having a personal storyteller in my pocket. This app's convenience has transformed my screen time into meaningful reading sessions. โฐ Early mornings have become my favorite time to listen to audiobooks โ energizing! ๐ ๐ง
Beo
ListenBook's intuitive controls and beautiful layout make my audiobook experience a delightful one. ListenBook has made managing and enjoying audiobooks a seamless and delightful experience. ๐ฑ Unlocking the world of literature with just a tap โ this app is my digital library card! ๐๐ฑ ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature enhances the audio quality to an impressive degree. I love how ListenBook makes it easy to organize my audiobook library. The app supports all formats, and the import process is a breeze. The playback controls are responsive, and the sound quality is excellent. Highly recommend!
TrixiePhany
The range of self-help and personal development audiobooks is truly enriching. ListenBook's dedication to providing an excellent user experience sets a new standard in audiobook apps. Finally, an app that supports a wide range of audio formats! It's a must-have for audiobook enthusiasts. Decent audiobook but I think I would have enjoyed reading it more. Some of the more subtle humor didn't quite land in the audio format.
Liquid Science
Adjusting the tone of the voice is a novel feature that allows for a personalized listening experience. Binaural audio reduces listening fatigue. Such a great feature!
Dallas Burn
ListenBook's commitment to providing a smooth and enjoyable listening experience is evident in every detail. ListenBook's drag-and-drop download feature streamlines the process of adding new content to my library. The range of supported formats is impressive. No more converting files!
Cowboy Booter
Thanks for making my daily commute to work enjoyable and engaging! ๐ก The future of audiobook listening is here โ this app's sleek functionality redefines how we enjoy our favorite stories. ๐ง๐ฎ ListenBook is the best audiobook player Iโve ever used. The app is reliable, fast, and packed with features like customizable themes and playback speed. The sleep timer is a lifesaver for bedtime listening. Great job, developers!
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This app has given me the joy of reading even when my hands are full. Audiobook magic at my fingertips! This app's comprehensive offerings, from statistics tracking to immersive audio processing, have breathed new life into my reading. ๐โจ ListenBookโs playback speed control is very useful. I can listen at my own pace.
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This app's versatility and convenience have transformed my screen time into a productive reading journey. The interface is sleek and modern. It's a pleasure to navigate and use the app.
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ListenBook has transformed my listening habits, making them more engaging and enjoyable. ListenBook's dedication to excellence shines through in its performance and features.
Marbles
I used to struggle to find time for books โ now, I listen while doing chores! I'm blown away by the range of non-fiction audiobooks available โ so much to learn! ๐๐ Exploring stories even with my eyes off the page โ this app is a bedtime dream! ๐ด๐ง The automatic extraction of artwork and metadata keeps my audiobook library organized and visually appealing.
NexusNomad
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Night Train
ListenBook's noise reduction feature in the Pro version is a testament to the app's commitment to audio quality. Downloading books directly in the app is so easy. Highly recommend! ListenBookโs support for CarPlay is great. I can listen to audiobooks in my car easily.
Pigeon Woman
Thank you for making literature more accessible, enjoyable, and immersive. This app is a game-changer! The statistics feature in ListenBook adds an element of self-awareness to my audiobook consumption.
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