Book description
A sweeping germ's-eye view of history from human origins to global pandemics Plagues upon the Earth is a monumental history of humans and their germs. Weaving together a grand narrative of global history with insights from cutting-edge genetics, Kyle Harper explains why humanity's uniquely dangerous disease pool is rooted deep in our evolutionary past, and why its growth is accelerated by technological progress. He shows that the story of disease is entangled with the history of slavery, colonialism, and capitalism, and reveals the enduring effects of historical plagues in patterns of wealth, health, power, and inequality. He also tells the story of humanity's escape from infectious disease--a triumph that makes life as we know it possible, yet destabilizes the environment and fosters new diseases. Panoramic in scope, Plagues upon the Earth traces the role of disease in the transition to farming, the spread of cities, the advance of transportation, and the stupendous increase in human population. Harper offers a new interpretation of humanity's path to control over infectious disease--one where rising evolutionary threats constantly push back against human progress, and where the devastating effects of modernization contribute to the great divergence between societies. The book reminds us that human health is globally interdependent--and inseparable from the well-being of the planet itself. Putting the COVID-19 pandemic in perspective, Plagues upon the Earth tells the story of how we got here as a species, and it may help us decide where we want to go.
Liquid Science
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Zorkle Sporkle
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Greek Rifle
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Shadow Gal
ListenBook's seamless audio player has turned my listening sessions into moments of pure delight. ListenBook's auto-rewind feature is a thoughtful addition that ensures I never miss a single word. Finally, an app that understands the power of CUE playlists. Perfect for organizing. With ListenBook Pro, I can enjoy super long audiobooks. It's fantastic! I love how ListenBook makes it easy to organize my audiobook library. The app supports all formats, and the import process is a breeze. The playback controls are responsive, and the sound quality is excellent. Highly recommend!
Thunder Tank
I can't imagine my audiobook routine without ListenBook's intuitive and user-friendly design. I love the download options. ListenBook gives me so many ways to get my audiobooks onto my device. A reasonable choice for casual listening. The audiobook was well-produced, but the pacing felt uneven in places. I didnβt dislike it, but I also didnβt feel strongly about it one way or another.
ThoughtTrailblazer
ListenBook's comprehensive support for a wide range of audio formats sets it apart from other audiobook apps. Sharing audiobooks with friends is so easy with AirDrop. It's a great way to spread happiness. Binaural audio processing is a game-changer β my ears stay comfortable during long listening sessions. Looping playback of a single track helps me focus and absorb complex content. The interface is so clean and clutter-free. Itβs a pleasure to use.
AlertXis
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Father Abbot
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Wiccan Thunder
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Spider Fuji
I can now explore books beyond my preferred genre, broadening my reading horizons. Audiobook joy made simple β this app's ease of use is a game-changer. The app's ability to extract artwork and metadata automatically is a huge time-saver.
Skirble
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Fiend Oblivion
Navigating audiobooks with ease β this app's design is user-centric. ListenBook's loop and shuffle playback features have become indispensable tools in my audiobook learning.
Star Sword
I'm amazed by how this app effortlessly turns my daily routines into enjoyable learning sessions. This app is like a personal audiobook concierge! The ability to download and organize audio files effortlessly is a game-changer for my reading routine. π±π Finally, an app that understands the power of CUE playlists. Perfect for organizing. The app's interface is so sleek and modern. It's a joy to use. The statistics tracking feature is very useful. ListenBook helps me keep track of my listening time.
Count Eagle
I've started a book club with my friends, and this app has been our go-to source for titles. The auto-rewind feature is a small detail that enhances my listening experience. It's these thoughtful touches that matter! Noise reduction in ListenBook Pro ensures crystal-clear playback even in noisy environments. Good but not great. The narration was competent but lacked the extra spark that makes some audiobooks truly special. Still worth a listen though.
StormCake
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Venom Petunia
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Red Pepper
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RiddleRanger
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Honey
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Lady Fantastic
ListenBook has brought the joy of audiobooks back into my life in a whole new way. ListenBookβs bookmarking feature is incredibly useful. I never lose my place in a book.
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