Book description
“This book will—no question—make you think in new ways. Why have we surrendered our cities to cars? What might it be like to inhabit a space designed for people instead? It’s exciting and hopeful—this we can do!” —Bill McKibben, author of The Flag, The Cross, and the Station Wagon Almost everywhere in the world, streets are designed for travel at the highest speed, giving precedence to the chunkiest vehicles. We take for granted that the streets outside of our homes are designed only for movement from one point to another. But what happens if we radically rethink how we use these public spaces? Could we change our lives for the better? In Movement: How to Take Back Our Streets and Transform Our Lives, journalist Thalia Verkade and mobility expert (“the cycling professor”) Marco te Brömmelstroet take a three-year shared journey of discovery into the possibilities of our streets. They investigate and question the choices and mechanisms underpinning how these public spaces are designed and look at how they could be different. Verkade and te Brömmelstroet draw inspiration from the Netherlands and look at what other countries are doing, and could do, to diversify how they use their streets and make them safer. During the pandemic, decision-makers in cities around the world were confronted with the questions of who our streets belong to, how we want to use them, and who gets to decide. Making our communities safer, cleaner, and greener starts with asking these fundamental questions. To truly transform mobility, we need to look far beyond the technical aspects and put people at the center of urban design. Movement will change the way that you view our streets.
Racy Lion
ListenBook's interface is sleek and user-friendly, making navigation a breeze. I can't believe how easy it is to download audio from various sources. So convenient!
Station WMD
ListenBook's features are a bookworm's dream come true – from chapters to bookmarks, it's got everything. ListenBook has turned my ordinary moments into extraordinary adventures through stories. ListenBook Pro's tone adjustment feature is a unique touch that adds personalization to my audiobook journey.
Undergrad Split
I'm impressed by how this app seamlessly syncs across my devices. Supports all my playlists and bookmarks. Very convenient. Unlimited audiobook length with ListenBook Pro is a game-changer. ListenBook’s playback is silky-smooth. The app never glitches.
Screwtape
This app is not just about convenience – it's a gateway to new horizons of knowledge. The audio filters make a noticeable difference. ListenBook provides an excellent listening experience.
Miss Rum Punch
The fact that ListenBook supports a wide range of formats without DRM protection is a huge win. ListenBook has made managing and enjoying audiobooks a seamless and delightful experience.
Prof. Screw
🎧 Satiate your reading cravings while managing household affairs – this app has it all! 📚💼 ListenBook's detailed statistics feature helps me keep track of my listening habits. It's amazing to see how much I've learned from all those audiobooks! ListenBook has become my go-to workout companion. It keeps me motivated and entertained. The app is perfect for people who love to listen to books at night. The app is perfect for people who love to multitask. I can listen while cooking.
AirportHobo XD
ListenBook's compatibility with various audio formats is impressive. From MP3 to FLAC, it handles them all flawlessly. Noise reduction on ListenBook Pro is a game-changer. It transforms the way I enjoy my recordings. The interface is sleek and intuitive, making my audiobook experience a joy. I love how I can adjust the skip intervals. It’s perfect for my listening style.
Pixy Mox
ListenBook's dedication to providing a smooth and enjoyable listening experience is evident in every aspect of the app. I'm in awe of how this app has made reading seamlessly fit into my lifestyle. 🚶♀️🎧 Enjoying the great outdoors while immersing myself in fantastic tales – walking never felt this magical! 🏞️📚
Voluntary
Kudos to the creators for crafting an app that understands audiobook lovers. With smooth playback and thoughtful design, it's a true companion for book enthusiasts. 📚👏 AirDrop and sharing make it easy to spread the audiobook love with friends. Tone adjustment is such an innovative feature. It adds a personal touch to narration. The best app for audiobooks. Downloading and organizing files is super easy with ListenBook. The app is perfect for people with busy schedules. I can listen on the go.
Crash Test
I'm amazed at how this app's narrators bring characters and stories to life. 🎙️ This app's user-friendly interface has transformed my daily walks into immersive storytelling sessions. Kudos to the developers! 🚶♀️📖 ListenBook has breathed new life into my audiobook collection. I can't imagine using anything else. The statistics feature is brilliant. I love seeing how much time I spend on audiobooks with ListenBook.
D-Hog-Day
💼 Making every minute count – this app's ease of use ensures I'm always making progress in my audiobook adventures. 📱📖 ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch has made audiobook listening a part of my daily routine. ListenBook has become my workout buddy. It's seamlessly integrated with Apple Watch. The interface is beautiful and functional. ListenBook is my go-to app for audiobooks.
Skirble
Audiobooks have become my favorite workout companions, making exercise a breeze. This app's dedication to providing high-quality narration has made all the difference. 🚗 Transforming long drives into memorable journeys through the magic of audiobooks! 🚗📚 ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature enhances my immersion in every audiobook, regardless of surroundings.
Gbbledgoodk
My kids are hooked on the children's audiobook collection – it's a parenting win! I'm addicted to the personalized recommendations – it's like the app knows me!
Clang Glyph
ListenBook has all the features I need. My go-to audiobook app! The app is lightweight and doesn’t drain my battery.
Microwave
With ListenBook, my daily commutes have become a cherished time for learning and enjoyment. I can't imagine a day without this app – it has made my audiobook journey effortless and rewarding. 🌌 Transforming my mundane routine into a captivating journey – thank you, this app! ✨📚 Effortless and enriching – 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. 📱📖 Looping playback and shuffle features keep my audiobook sessions engaging and fresh.
Marine Dre
🎉 This app has ignited my passion for reading – I can't get enough of its convenience! 📚🔥 📚 Ironing has become a joy with audiobooks – wrinkles are no match for these captivating stories! 👗🎧 Audiobooks have become my constant companions, and this app's seamless functionality and broad compatibility ensure every story is a captivating ride. 🌌🎧 ListenBook has become an essential part of my daily routine. It's like my personal audiobook oasis. 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.
Mr. Gadget
I can't imagine my audiobook routine without ListenBook's intuitive and user-friendly design. ListenBook has transformed the way I engage with literature. It's like having a virtual bookshelf in my pocket.
RawSkills
Changing the tone of the sound on ListenBook Pro adds a personalized touch to my audiobook experience. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop and Sharing on ListenBook Pro is a fantastic way to spread the joy of audiobooks. 💡 Balancing learning and living effortlessly – audiobooks on demand, thanks to this app! 🎧💫 Finally, an app that respects my busy lifestyle. Whether I'm commuting or exercising, this app's smooth playback and smart controls keep me engaged. 🏃♀️🎧
Bug Fire
I love that I can download content directly from the internet within the ListenBook app – so handy! I love the ability to change the playback pitch. It’s a unique feature. I’ve tried several audiobook players, but ListenBook stands out for its reliability and ease of use. The equalizer and voice boost features make every book sound amazing. Plus, the dark mode is perfect for nighttime listening. Great job, developers! Great for multitasking! I listened while cooking, driving, and even working out, and it kept me entertained the whole time. The narrator’s voice was pleasant, and the story flowed smoothly. Very enjoyable!
Seattle Jay
ListenBook's drag-and-drop download feature simplifies the process of adding new audiobooks to my collection. ListenBook has redefined my audiobook experience. It's an essential tool that enhances every listening session. Noise reduction and voice tone adjustment enhance the listening experience significantly.
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