Book description
A few years ago, Andri Snaer Magnason, one of Iceland's most beloved writers and public intellectuals, was asked by a leading climate scientist why he wasn't writing about the greatest crisis mankind has faced. Magnason demurred: he wasn't a specialist, he said; it wasn't his field. But the scientist persisted: "If you cannot understand our scientific findings and present them in an emotional, psychological, poetic or mythological context," he told him, "then no one will really understand the issue, and the world will end." Based on interviews and advice from leading glacial, ocean, climate, and geographical scientists, and interwoven with personal, historical, and mythological stories, Magnason's response is a rich and compelling work of narrative nonfiction that illustrates the reality of climate change--and offers hope in the face of an uncertain future. Moving from reflections on how one writes an obituary for an iceberg to exhortation for a heightened understanding of human time and our obligations to one another, throughout history and across the globe, On Time and Water is both deeply personal and globally-minded: a travel story, a world history, and a desperate plea to live in harmony with future generations. Already a massive bestseller in Iceland, and selling in two dozen territories around the world, this is a book unlike anything that has yet been published on the current climate emergency.
New Cycle
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Cardinal Rebel
ListenBook's dedication to delivering a top-notch experience is evident in every detail. ListenBook’s audio quality is excellent. The app enhances my listening experience. The app is perfect for long commutes. It keeps me entertained for hours. The narration elevated an already good book to greatness! The performer's subtle vocal variations conveyed nuance I might have missed while reading. Their ability to maintain consistent character voices across many hours was impressive. Technical quality was flawless throughout.
Drugstore Cowboy
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ThoughtTracer
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Miss Lucky
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Prone
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Thrasher
ListenBook’s playback is smooth and reliable. I never have issues with audio quality. The statistics tracking feature is very useful. ListenBook helps me keep track of my listening time.
Dallas Burn
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Crash Override
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Crash Test
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Morbid Angel
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Combo Saw
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IceDog
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Club Nola
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Homerun Diva
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Cosmo
This app's customizable features, from playback speed to filters, are fantastic. ListenBook Pro's tone adjustment feature is a fun way to experiment with the audiobook experience. ListenBook has revolutionized my audiobook experience. It's my go-to app for literary adventures. The intuitive interface and efficient navigation make this app a pleasure to use every day. I love the quick access to settings. It makes tweaking the app so easy.
Kickstart
I'm addicted to this app's seamless integration with my daily routines and activities. I love the ability to share my progress with friends. It’s a fun feature.
ThickSKN
My long walks have turned into exciting adventures with this app. Seamless audiobook integration – this app's functionality is a technological marvel. Talk about convenience! This app's ease of use and support for multiple audio formats ensure that I can enjoy my favorite stories without any hassle. 📱🔊
Grave Digger
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K-Tin Man
ListenBook has changed my audiobook game forever. No more format woes! Adjusting the narrator's voice tone is a creative feature that adds a personal touch to the experience. I love the ability to change the playback speed. It’s perfect for my needs. This was a competent audiobook production with no major flaws. The narrator's voice was pleasant enough and the audio quality was acceptable, though not exceptional. While the performance didn't particularly stand out, it served its purpose adequately for my daily commute.
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