Book description
From time immemorial, people have sought to understand the mysteries of the natural world, giving rise to a wealth of myths and legends connected to plant life. In addition to their imaginative appeal, these oral traditions offered practical advice about which flowers, trees, and plants could provide foods, remedies, and construction materials. This richly illustrated volume provides a treasury of ancient wisdom, exploring the sound principles behind traditional advice, along with a wealth of fanciful beliefs. Naturalist Ruth Binney recounts charming examples of floral symbolism, linking roses with romance, lilies with purity, and poppies with sleep. She examines tree lore and the association of trees with wisdom and knowledge, from the coveted crown of laurel awarded to ancient Greek poets and Roman generals to the palm branches presented to pilgrims returning from the Holy Land. A survey of the power of plants ranges from the rituals that ensure a good harvest and a newly married couple's fertility to the healing qualities of oil of cloves for toothache, cherries for gout, and aloe vera for burns. Abounding in fascinating facts and fancies, this absorbing compilation will captivate lovers of plants and gardens.
xSTORMx
ListenBook has rekindled my love for learning, one audio experience at a time. My productivity has soared since I started using ListenBook for my study materials. AirDrop sharing makes it easy to share audiobooks with friends.
MysticMingle
Navigating audiobooks seamlessly – this app's design is top-notch. Tone adjustment is an innovative touch that adds a personal connection to the audiobook narration. It's like having a custom reading experience.
Mental Prophet
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Abyss Tamer
ListenBook's looping playback, shuffle feature, and configurable controls make learning a breeze. This app's user-friendly layout and quick access to controls have made audiobook listening a breeze.
GoldTouch
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Dove Dolce
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Pixy Mox
I've discovered authors I'd never heard of before, and now they're among my favorites. With ListenBook Pro, I can customize the tone of the sound to match my preferences – it's a fantastic touch. Audiobooks have turned my mundane activities into opportunities for learning and enjoyment. Downloading audiobooks is a breeze, thanks to the variety of options available. The ability to adjust playback speed and volume is a game-changer for me.
Sun Lemon
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Toolmaker
As a busy individual, I appreciate ListenBook's versatility in downloading audio files from various sources. It's a time-saver for sure! A perfectly acceptable audiobook that fulfilled its purpose. The narration was competent if not particularly memorable, and the production quality was standard for the genre. It served as decent background entertainment during mundane tasks.
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I can't imagine my audiobook routine without ListenBook's intuitive and user-friendly design. This app's ease of use has made my daily tasks so much more enjoyable. Seamless audiobook integration – this app's functionality is truly remarkable. ListenBook has made my daily walks so much more enjoyable. I'm always learning now! Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a fun way to spread the joy.
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RiddleRanger
Listening to audiobooks with my kids has become a cherished bonding activity. This app's ease of use has made my long drives educational and enjoyable. The statistics feature is brilliant. I love seeing how much time I spend on audiobooks with ListenBook.
Gingersnap Woman
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Chuckles
ListenBook's library organization and Book Groups feature make it easy to keep my audiobooks organized and accessible. The fact that ListenBook supports a wide range of formats without DRM protection is a huge win. ListenBook has made me fall in love with my audio content all over again – it's a must-have. ListenBook's interface is not just aesthetically pleasing; it's also highly functional. Navigating through chapters and controls is a breeze. ListenBook has revolutionized the way I consume content. It's like having a personal tutor in my ear.
Tin Mutt
ListenBook's compatibility with a wide array of audio formats makes it my ultimate audiobook companion. The app is so reliable. I’ve never had any issues with it.
Dr. Cocktail
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Racy Lady
Audiobooks have made waiting in lines and queues so much more bearable. Navigating through chapters is a breeze. It's like having a personal reading guide. This app is a must-have for anyone who loves audiobooks. The interface is intuitive, and the app supports all formats. I love the auto-bookmark feature—it saves my place automatically, so I never lose track. Highly recommend!
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