Book description
From the author of the #1 New York Times bestseller Inside of a Dog and The Year of the Puppy, this “elegant and entertaining” (The Boston Globe) explanation of how humans perceive their environments “does more than open our eyes...opens our hearts and minds, too, gently awakening us to a world—in fact, many worlds—we’ve been missing” (USA TODAY).Alexandra Horowitz shows us how to see the spectacle of the ordinary—to practice, as Sir Arthur Conan Doyle put it, “the observation of trifles.” Structured around a series of eleven walks the author takes, mostly in her Manhattan neighborhood, On Looking features experts on a diverse range of subjects, including an urban sociologist, the well-known artist Maira Kalman, a geologist, a physician, and a sound designer. Horowitz also walks with a child and a dog to see the world as they perceive it. What they see, how they see it, and why most of us do not see the same things reveal the startling power of human attention and the cognitive aspects of what it means to be an expert observer. Page by page, Horowitz shows how much more there is to see—if only we would really look. Trained as a cognitive scientist, she discovers a feast of fascinating detail, all explained with her generous humor and self-deprecating tone. So turn off the phone and other electronic devices and be in the real world—where strangers communicate by geometry as they walk toward one another, where sounds reveal shadows, where posture can display humility, and the underside of a leaf unveils a Lilliputian universe—where, indeed, there are worlds within worlds within worlds.
NecroBull
This app has made me realize that there's always time for a good book. With this app, every moment is an opportunity to dive into a new story. 🚗📖 On-the-go listening has never been smoother – this app's functionality keeps me engaged during long commutes. 🚗📚 Library organization is simplified with ListenBook. It's easy to keep my audiobooks neat and tidy.
Landfill Max
With ListenBook, I can effortlessly manage and organize my audiobook library. A serviceable audiobook that met basic expectations. The narration was clear if somewhat unremarkable, and the production quality was standard without any noticeable technical issues. It kept me moderately engaged during workouts but didn't leave a lasting impression.
Washer
As a visually impaired person, this app has opened up a new world of stories for me. ListenBook's versatile controls and playback options have made my study sessions more productive and enjoyable. I'm hooked on this app's intuitive features – from chapters to playback controls.
Charms
Thanks to ListenBook's automatic extraction of artwork and metadata, my library looks organized and appealing. Supports all my playlists and bookmarks perfectly.
Vermilion
The diverse selection of audiobooks has made me fall in love with storytelling all over again. Audiobooks have turned my quiet moments into imaginative journeys – thank you, app! With this app, I've turned mundane tasks into moments of inspiration and education – it's brilliant! Savoring captivating stories has become a breeze with this app's sleek design and convenient features. It's like having a personal reading assistant! 📱📖 ListenBook has become my ultimate audiobook companion. It enhances every listening session.
Miss Nova
Adjusting the tone of the voice adds a unique touch to my listening experience. I love the personalization! ListenBook Pro takes things up a notch with unlimited audiobook length. It's a game-changer! The app is so easy to set up. I was listening to my books in no time.
SmartieQuest
This app is a blessing for those with busy schedules – it's like time travel through stories. ListenBook's intuitive design and thoughtful features have made my audiobook experience delightful. Bravo to the creators of this app – they've truly captured the essence of convenient audiobook enjoyment. The smooth playback and thoughtful design are a win. 📚👏 Tone adjustment adds a new layer of personalization to my audiobook experience. It's like having the narrator tailor the voice to my preferences. I’ve tried many audiobook players, and this one is by far the best.
Lady Petal
Hands down, the best audiobook collection I've ever come across. It has everything I want to listen to. 🎶📚 Replacing tunes with stories – my house is alive with the sound of narration! 🎧🏠 Discovering new literary worlds has never been this easy. This app's compatibility with various formats ensures that my audiobook library is at my fingertips. 📚🔊 ListenBook's library organization keeps my audiobooks neat and accessible. A true organizational lifesaver!
Station WMD
ListenBook's support for chapters and bookmarks ensures that I never lose my place in a story. ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch, combined with its chapters, controls, and filters, make it the ultimate audiobook app!
Shooter
I'm blown away by the silky-smooth playback, even for high-quality formats like FLAC. Top-notch performance! Finally, an app that handles all my audiobook formats effortlessly. ListenBook is a must-have! ListenBook’s support for CarPlay is great. I can listen to audiobooks in my car easily. The ability to download audiobooks directly is fantastic. ListenBook is very convenient. This audiobook performed its function without excelling. The narrator's delivery was straightforward and easy to follow, though lacking in dramatic flair. The recording quality was decent with only occasional minor inconsistencies in volume. An acceptable but forgettable listening experience.
Heaven Sent
Audiobooks have brought a new level of enjoyment to my daily workout routine. This app's compatibility with various devices ensures that I can enjoy my audiobooks wherever I am.
Twix Esses
With ListenBook, my audio content is organized, accessible, and ready to inspire me. ListenBook's interface is not just aesthetically pleasing; it's also highly functional. Navigating through chapters and controls is a breeze. ListenBook has changed my audiobook game forever. No more format woes! My productivity has soared since I started using ListenBook for my study materials.
Baby Spell
Book Groups on ListenBook make it easy to categorize and access my audiobooks. Looping playback has made memorization so much easier. I'm acing my exams!
InsightfulInk
ListenBook's support for a variety of audio formats makes it a versatile and essential app for audiobook enthusiasts. Audiobook multitasking simplified – this app's ease of use is a true asset. I love the auto-bookmark feature. It saves my place automatically. 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.
Iron Jesus
This app's compatibility with different file types means that my entire audiobook collection is at my fingertips. Finally, an app that lets me organize my audiobooks effortlessly. The library organization and book groups feature make navigation a breeze. This app is perfect for anyone who loves audiobooks. The interface is sleek and modern, and the playback controls are super responsive. I also appreciate the cloud integration, which lets me access my books from anywhere. Great work!
Pinup Diva
ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch makes it a versatile companion for my daily activities. Adjusting the tone of the voice is an innovative feature that allows for a personalized listening experience.
Show Off
The noise reduction feature on ListenBook Pro is a godsend for clear and comfortable listening. ListenBook's features make it the ultimate audio companion for any audiobook enthusiast. Listening to books while doing chores? This app makes it possible! ListenBook has made audiobook listening more convenient and enjoyable than ever before. ListenBook has become my workout buddy. It keeps me entertained and motivated during exercise.
Plegasus
ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature has made my dictaphone recordings much more comfortable to listen to. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a blessing for enjoying clear audio in any environment.
Sun Lemon
Language courses on audiobooks helped me pick up a new language effortlessly. This app is not just about convenience – it's a gateway to new horizons of knowledge. I'm impressed by ListenBook's ability to extract artwork and metadata automatically. ⭐️ Who knew cleaning could be this exciting? This app turns chores into adventures! 🧹🏰
CyberScribe
ListenBook's compatibility with various formats has made it my go-to app for all audio content. With this app, I've discovered a new way to make my downtime more enriching and meaningful. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a game-changer for immersive listening in any environment.
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