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.
Apex
This app is a game-changer for anyone who's always on the go – it's like carrying a library in my pocket. I'm amazed by the extensive statistics tracking. It's fascinating to see my listening habits. With support for various formats, I can finally listen to my diverse audiobook collection. The narrator's voice was like butter - smooth, rich, and utterly pleasant to listen to for hours. They handled complex sentences with ease, making even dense material accessible. I never had to rewind because I missed something due to unclear delivery. Perfection!
Gentle Avenger
📱 Turning my phone into a portal of endless stories – this app is pure magic! 📚✨ The app's performance is beyond impressive. It's like it's tailor-made for my device. Download options are abundant, from WiFi to iTunes. It's all about convenience with this app. The app’s design is sleek and modern. ListenBook is my favorite audiobook player. ListenBook is the best audiobook player I’ve 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!
Fiend Oblivion
The app's reliability and ease of use make it a true gem in the world of audiobooks. 🎉 This app is a testament to thoughtful design – its functionality seamlessly blends with my lifestyle, making reading effortless. 📚✨ Accessing literary treasures has never been this straightforward – thank you, app! The interface is beautiful and functional. ListenBook is my go-to app for audiobooks.
Stone Boomstick
With this app, I've found a way to make my daily errands more enjoyable and intellectually stimulating. ListenBook's support for playlists in the CUE format makes organizing and enjoying audiobook series a delightful experience. The automatic extraction of artwork and metadata keeps my audiobook library organized and visually appealing. Organizing my audiobook library has never been easier. The app keeps everything tidy. Love how I can adjust playback speed and audio volume. ListenBook caters to all my needs.
Zorkle Sporkle
With this app, I've discovered a new way to make my workouts and downtime more engaging and insightful. 🚗📖 On-the-go listening has never been smoother – this app's functionality keeps me engaged during long commutes. 🚗📚
Venom Charms
🧘♀️☕ Savoring moments of tranquility with a cup of tea and captivating tales! 🍵📖 Effortlessly exploring new worlds – this app's design is user-centric and efficient. ListenBook has become my workout buddy. It's seamlessly integrated with Apple Watch.
Eye Devil
Now I can enjoy my favorite books anytime, even during workouts. 💼 Juggling tasks while exploring narratives – this app is my multitasking hero! 💻📖 The app is perfect for people who love to multitask. I can listen while cooking.
Hen Skittle
Looping playback is a game-changer for my study sessions. I can focus on challenging content. I love the auto-rewind feature. It’s great for when I zone out.
Woodland Beauty
I'm impressed by how much more I'm learning through audiobooks compared to traditional reading. I've found my new favorite way to relax – cuddled up with an audiobook. 🛌 Bedtime stories for adults? Yes, please! This app is a dream come true. 🌙📚 Audiobook magic at my fingertips! This app's comprehensive features, from statistics tracking to enhanced audio quality, enrich my reading. 📚✨ The app's performance is top-notch. It's stable, responsive, and optimized for a seamless audiobook experience. Kudos to the developers!
Pocket Muzzie
Listening to audiobooks while cooking has made meal prep much more enjoyable. The narrator was good but spoke a bit too slowly for my taste. I had to speed it up to 1.2x which then made some parts sound slightly unnatural.
Scratch Man
From novels to speeches, this app's versatility in playing different formats has turned my ordinary moments into extraordinary listening sessions. 📱🔊 The statistics tracking feature is very useful. ListenBook helps me keep track of my listening time.
Minty Devil
I've started a book club with my friends, and this app has been our go-to source for titles. The family subscription option is a money-saver – everyone gets to enjoy their favorite books. Audiobooks made accessible and enjoyable – this app's design is a triumph. I love the ability to change the playback speed. It’s perfect for my needs.
Trigger Warming
The narrators on this app are truly talented – they bring characters to life. Audiobooks on this app have made my morning rituals something to look forward to. ListenBook's compatibility with various formats ensures that my audio needs are met.
Kawaii Red
This app's convenience has turned my daily chores into moments of intellectual discovery – a win-win! The interface is beautiful and functional. ListenBook is my go-to app for audiobooks. An absolutely stellar production from start to finish! The narrator's command of pacing and tone was masterful, knowing exactly when to speed up for excitement or slow down for dramatic effect. The audio quality was pristine with no distracting mouth sounds or uneven volume.
Jelly Momentum
This app is my secret to staying ahead on my reading list, even during my busiest days. 🌌 Igniting my imagination while preparing dinner – this app adds flavor to every meal! 🍲📖 Efficiency meets audiobooks – this app's functionality is a perfect match.
PP Dubs
Audiobooks have never been this engaging – this app takes them to the next level. Listening stats motivate me to read more. Great feature! ListenBook’s support for CarPlay is great. I can listen to audiobooks in my car easily.
MysticMingle
I love that I can switch between fiction and non-fiction effortlessly. I love the chapter navigation feature. ListenBook makes it easy to jump between sections.
Wolf Tribune
🎶 Saying goodbye to tangled headphones and complex controls – this app's easy navigation has made audiobook listening a breeze. 🎵📖 🎧 Immerse yourself in stories effortlessly – this app's functionality is the gateway to endless audiobook adventures. 📚🌟
Scrapper
I'm thrilled to finally have a way to enjoy books while keeping up with my busy schedule. This app has broadened my literary horizons, introducing me to new authors. Configurable auto-rewind is genius. No more confusion when I pause and resume. I can't believe how seamless the integration with Apple Watch is. My workouts just got better. Looping playback and shuffle features keep my audiobook sessions engaging and fresh.
Hex Panther
The sheer variety of genres available ensures there's something for everyone. ListenBook's interface is sleek and user-friendly, making navigation a breeze. Noise reduction and tone changing are awesome features.
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