Book description
Howard Gardner’s Frames of Mind was that rare publishing phenomenon—a mind-changer. Widely read by thegeneral public as well as by educators, this influential book laid out Gardner’s theory of multiple intelligences. Itdebunked the primacy of the IQ test and inspired new approaches to education; entire curricula, schools, museums,and parents’ guides were dedicated to the nurturing of the several intelligences. In his new book, A Synthesizing Mind,Gardner reflects on his intellectual development and his groundbreaking work, tracing his evolution from bookishchild to eager college student to disengaged graduate student to Harvard professor.Gardner discusses his mentors (including Erik Erikson and Jerome Bruner) and his collaborators (MihalyCsikszentmihalyi, William Damon, and others). Comedian Groucho Marx makes a surprise (non-)appearance,declining Gardner’s invitation to chat with Harvard College students, in favor of “making a living.”Throughout his career, Gardner has focused on human minds in general, or on the minds of particular creatorsand leaders. Reflecting now on his own mind, he concludes that his is a “synthesizing mind”—with the ability tosurvey experiences and data across a wide range of disciplines and perspectives. The thinkers he most admires—including historian Richard Hofstadter, biologist Charles Darwin, and literary critic Edmund Wilson—are exemplarysynthesizers. Gardner contends that the synthesizing mind is particularly valuable at this time and proposes ways tocultivate a possibly unique human capacity
Divine Quasar
The app's versatility in downloading audio is impressive. It streamlines the process and saves time. ListenBook’s playback is smooth and reliable. I never have issues with audio quality.
DreamWeaver
With this app, audiobook listening has become a convenient and enjoyable part of my everyday life. ListenBook's player features, including chapters and bookmarks, are invaluable for a seamless experience. The app never crashes. It’s reliable and stable. 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!
Divine Quasar
The intuitive interface and seamless navigation make this app a joy to use. I can't get enough of this app's convenience – it has transformed my audiobook journey into a joyous experience. 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!
Sherwood Gladiator
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Trash Sling
Audiobooks have never been this engaging – this app takes them to the next level. This app has added a new layer of enjoyment to my downtime – I'm truly grateful. I love how I can create playlists. It’s perfect for organizing my books.
Jo Jo Spooky
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Moon Solitaire
ListenBook's compatibility with various formats ensures that my audio needs are met. Looping playback of a single track helps me master difficult concepts. So helpful!
Star Killer
Sharing audiobooks with friends is a blast. AirDrop makes it seamless. This app is perfect for audiobook lovers. The interface is beautiful and easy to navigate. The app is perfect for people with visual impairments. It’s so easy to navigate.
Palomino Cake
I've discovered authors I'd never heard of before, and now they're among my favorites. With ListenBook, I can now listen to my favorite audiobooks and speeches with the utmost comfort and convenience. This app is my secret weapon for making the most of my free time. Audiobook journey simplified – this app's functionality is a wonderful surprise.
Roadblock
This app is my secret weapon for learning while I'm on the move. This app's convenience has turned me into an avid audiobook listener. Supports all my playlists and bookmarks. Very convenient.
Morbid Sugar
I'm hooked on this app's seamless performance – it's like having a personal audiobook curator. I can't get enough of this app's user-friendly interface – it's a true delight. 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. 📱📖 ListenBook's Pro version is worth every penny. The noise reduction feature makes even noisy environments an ideal place for immersive listening.
Tokyo Dream
This app's playback controls and features make it a breeze to customize my listening experience. 👩🍳 Elevating culinary experiences with auditory tales – cooking has never been this entertaining and educational! 🍳🎧 ListenBook has redefined my audiobook experience. It's a true companion for all my literary adventures.
Hen Skittle
This app's sleek design and intuitive navigation have made audiobook listening a seamless experience. ListenBook's sharing options make it easy to introduce others to the joys of audiobook storytelling. Download options are abundant, from WiFi to iTunes. It's all about convenience with this app. Adjusting playback speed has given me greater control over my audiobook experience. I can optimize my learning and enjoyment by customizing the pacing. What a delightful listening experience! The narrator's timing was impeccable, knowing exactly when to pause for effect or let the words flow. Their character voices were distinct yet natural - no over-the-top accents or distracting vocal tics. The audio quality was consistently excellent.
Midnight Rider
ListenBook's support for CarPlay and Apple Watch has made my listening experience even more seamless. With this app, I've turned mundane chores into exciting opportunities for intellectual growth. I'm addicted to this app's ability to seamlessly blend books into my life. With this app, reading is no longer confined to a specific time or place. The noise reduction feature in ListenBook Pro is a game-changer for enjoying clear recordings.
Demolition Queen
📱 Carrying my library in my pocket – this app makes every moment a reading opportunity! 📚👜 Playlists and bookmarks are super helpful. Love using ListenBook!
Black Mustard
Navigating audiobooks seamlessly – this app's design is top-notch. CUE playlist support helps me organize my audiobooks efficiently. It's a great organizational tool.
Silver Agent
My kids are hooked on the children's audiobook collection – it's a parenting win! 🛌 Indulging in soothing bedtime stories – this app is my nightly retreat into imagination. 🌙📚 Finally, an app that supports all my audiobook formats! ListenBook is a game-changer. The statistics tracking is a nice touch. ListenBook helps me keep track of my audiobook habits. I'm so glad I chose the audiobook version! The narrator added layers of meaning I might have missed reading silently. Their interpretation of the material felt thoughtful and authentic. The recording was technically perfect - no reverb, no peaking, just clean, pleasant audio.
ChatterChampion
📱 My pocket-sized library – this app makes reading accessible anytime, anywhere! 📚📱 🎉 This app has turned my errands into exciting quests – I can conquer the grocery store while enjoying a book! 🛒📖 🌟 Unleashing the power of audiobooks with this user-friendly app – it's like having a personal storyteller on demand! 📚🔥 Automatic metadata extraction keeps my library organized. It's a time-saver! CUE playlist support is a brilliant feature that allows me to create customized listening experiences for different moods, activities, and moments of the day.
Osprey
The fact that ListenBook doesn't just play, but enhances audio quality, is truly remarkable. This app has added a new layer of enjoyment to my downtime – I'm truly grateful. This app's support for various formats and genres ensures that there's always something new to explore. 🎉 Making each day a new chapter – this app keeps me hooked from morning to night! 📖🌄 Great for listening to lectures and educational content. Very useful!
Widow Curio
This app's ease of use has made my daily tasks so much more enjoyable. Automated metadata extraction is a time-saver. My library is so organized now. This audiobook was neither good nor bad - simply average. The narrator's delivery was professional but uninspired, and the recording quality was clean though not exceptional. It provided satisfactory entertainment without standing out from similar titles.
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