Book description
An engrossing and revealing study of why we deem certain animals "pests" and others not--from cats to rats, elephants to pigeons--and what this tells us about our own perceptions, beliefs, and actions, as well as our place in the natural worldA squirrel in the garden. A rat in the wall. A pigeon on the street. Humans have spent so much of our history drawing a hard line between human spaces and wild places. When animals pop up where we don't expect or want them, we respond with fear, rage, or simple annoyance. It's no longer an animal. It's a pest.At the intersection of science, history, and narrative journalism, Pests is not a simple call to look closer at our urban ecosystem. It's not a natural history of the animals we hate. Instead, this book is about us. It's about what calling an animal a pest says about people, how we live, and what we want. It's a story about human nature, and how we categorize the animals in our midst, including bears and coyotes, sparrows and snakes. Pet or pest? In many cases, it's entirely a question of perspective.Bethany Brookshire's deeply researched and entirely entertaining book will show readers what there is to venerate in vermin, and help them appreciate how these animals have clawed their way to success as we did everything we could to ensure their failure. In the process, we will learn how the pests that annoy us tell us far more about humanity than they do about the animals themselves.
SmartieQuest
With this app, I've discovered the joy of learning while I'm on the move β it's like having a tutor by my side. Sharing audiobooks with friends is a fantastic way to introduce them to new stories.
Kazmii
ListenBook Pro's tone adjustment feature is a unique touch that adds personalization to my audiobook journey. CarPlay compatibility takes my driving experience to a whole new level. Audiobooks on the road have never been better. Binaural audio processing really works. Less fatigue during long listening sessions. The app is very user-friendly. ListenBook makes listening to audiobooks a breeze.
Pepper Legs
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RZRWRE
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BoomerBox
This app has become my ultimate travel companion, ensuring that I'm always entertained and inspired. I'm impressed by the app's compatibility with CarPlay. It keeps me entertained on long drives.
Feral Cookie
I can't believe how easily this app has fit into my daily routine. Bookmarking my favorite parts of audiobooks is now a breeze. Love this feature! The interface is beautiful and functional. ListenBook is my go-to app for audiobooks. The app is so responsive. It never lags or freezes.
Dancing Madman
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Baked ZD
ListenBook's dedication to excellence shines through in its impeccable audio quality and user-friendly features. ListenBook has turned my audio content into an immersive, personalized, and unforgettable experience. π Adding excitement to everyday tasks β this app is my partner in productivity! ππ The app's compatibility with CarPlay has made my road trips so much more enjoyable.
Shay
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Scratch
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The Shield Toronto
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Skittle Mine
Changing the tone of the sound on ListenBook Pro is a fun way to customize my listening experience. I love how this app seamlessly integrates into my busy schedule, making multitasking a breeze. ListenBook is fantastic! Supports every audiobook format I have. Super convenient! ListenBookβs interface is clean and intuitive. Itβs a joy to use.
Danger Menace
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Freak
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Force
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Sky Herald
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Solitaire
The audio filters on ListenBook enhance the sound quality, making every listening session a treat for my ears. ListenBook's support for chapters and bookmarks ensures that I never lose my place in a story. ListenBook has become my ultimate audiobook companion. It enhances every listening session. Downloading over WiFi saves so much time. Very efficient.
Night Train
I can't believe how easy it is to discover new titles and genres. Pure delight! The app's features, like the sleep timer, make it clear that it's designed with readers in mind.
Shay
The fact that ListenBook supports a wide range of formats without DRM protection is a huge win. ListenBook has transformed my mundane activities into enjoyable moments of learning and entertainment. ππ Beating traffic blues with engaging audiobooks β driving has never been this fun! ππ§ Audiobook magic at my fingertips! This app's comprehensive features, from statistics tracking to enhanced audio quality, enrich my reading. πβ¨ ListenBook is a prime example of user-centered design. It's clear that the developers understand audiobook lovers' needs.
Eye Devil
ListenBook's support for a variety of audio formats makes it a versatile and essential app for audiobook enthusiasts. This app's convenience has turned my daily chores into moments of intellectual discovery β a win-win! The statistics feature in ListenBook provides valuable insights into my audiobook habits, helping me learn and grow. The app is so intuitive. I didnβt even need to read the instructions.
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