Book description
From the author of Monarchs of the Sea, a first-of-its-kind journey into the hidden world of baby animals--hailed as "a gobsmacking delight!" (Sy Montgomery, New York Times-bestselling author of The Soul of an Octopus) It's time to pay attention to baby animals. From egg to tadpole, chick to fledgling, they offer scientists a window into questions of immense importance: How do genes influence health? Which environmental factors support--or obstruct--life? Entire ecosystems rest on the shoulders (or tentacles, or jointed exoskeletons) of animal babies. At any given moment, babies represent the majority of animal life on Earth. In Nursery Earth, researcher Danna Staaf invites readers into the sibling (and, sometimes, clashing) fields of ecology and developmental biology. The tiny, hidden lives that these scientists study in the lab and in the wild reveal some of nature's strangest workings: A salamander embryo breathes with the help of algae inside its cells. The young grub of a Goliath beetle dwarfs its parents. The spotted beak of a parasitic baby bird tricks adults of other species into feeding it. Mouse embryos can absorb cancerous cell grafts--and develop into healthy adults. Our bias toward adult animals (not least because babies can be hard to find) means these wonders have long gone under-researched. But for all kinds of animals, if we overlook their babies, we miss out on the most fascinating--and consequential--time in the lives of their species. Nursery Earth makes the case that these young creatures are not just beings in progress but beings in their own right. And our planet needs them all: the maggots as much as the kittens!
Jelly Camber
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Jack Cassidy
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Nice Gnome
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Spider Fuji
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Silver Rose
ListenBook's compatibility with different formats ensures I never have to worry about file conversions. ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch, combined with its chapters, controls, and filters, make it the ultimate audiobook app!
Shade Nightman
I can't imagine my day without a dose of literature from this app. The seamless integration with CarPlay adds convenience and entertainment during my daily commutes.
Centurion Sherman
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Twinkle Cocoa
I can't imagine my life without this app β it's my passport to countless stories. ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch enhances my audiobook experience during daily activities. The library organization feature is a blessing. My audiobooks are finally organized and easy to find. Bookmarks are a lifesaver for my study materials. I can easily revisit important sections. 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.
Commando
π Elevating my reading routine β this app's functionality is the key to unlocking new worlds of storytelling. ππ 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 The versatility of this app is mind-boggling. It's like a one-stop solution for audiobooks. 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.
Reno Monarch
Book groups feature keeps series and related titles together. Neat and tidy! Great for fans of this genre! The pacing, narration, and production quality were all excellent. It felt like a movie playing in my mind. Iβll be checking out more from this narrator for sure.
Solo Kill
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ThoughtTraveler
Frequent updates ensure there's always something new and exciting to listen to. No more converting files β this app effortlessly handles various formats, saving me time and effort. The app is perfect for long commutes. It keeps me entertained for hours.
Old Felix
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Twinkle
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Dark Burn
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Darling Peacock
My commutes to work have transformed into exciting journeys thanks to this app. I love the auto-rewind feature. ListenBook always picks up right where I left off.
Gunhawk
This app's seamless integration with my devices has made audiobook listening a hassle-free experience. I'm amazed at how this app has turned my errands into exciting reading sessions. π₯ Audiobook enjoyment at the tap of a finger β this app's functionality is a testament to modern convenience. π±π The app is so versatile. It works with all my devices.
Manimal
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Saber-RED
I love that I can switch between fiction and non-fiction effortlessly. Changing the tone of the sound on ListenBook Pro is a fun way to customize my listening experience. With ListenBook, my audio content is organized, accessible, and ready to inspire me. πΌ Boosting productivity at work with an audiobook in the background β love it! π»π§ 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
Senior Smurf
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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