Book description
The epic tale of how one ancient language went global, and the scientific quest to trace it back to its roots, from the author of the international bestseller Pale Rider. As the planet emerged from the last ice age, a language was born between Europe and Asia, by the Black Sea. This ancient tongue, which we call Proto-Indo-European, soon exploded out of its cradle, changing and fragmenting as it went, until its offspring were spoken from Scotland to China. Today those descendants constitute the world's largest language family, the thread that connects disparate cultures: Dante's Inferno to the Rig Veda, The Lord of the Rings to the love poetry of Rumi. Indo-European languages are spoken by nearly half of humanity. How did this happen? Laura Spinney set out to answer that question, retracing the Indo-European odyssey across continents and millennia. With her we travel the length of the steppe, navigating the Caucasus, the silk roads and the Hindu Kush. We follow in the footsteps of nomads and monks, Amazon warriors and lion kings - the ancient peoples who spread these languages far and wide. In the present, Spinney meets the scientists on a thrilling mission to retrieve those lost languages: the linguists, archaeologists and geneticists who have reconstructed this ancient diaspora. What they have learned has vital implications for our modern world, as people and their languages are on the move again. Proto is a revelatory portrait of world history in its own words.
Take Away
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White Snare
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RealmRanger
The diverse range of narrators adds a new layer of depth to each story. I'm addicted to this app's ability to turn mundane moments into opportunities for intellectual growth.
Show Off
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K-Tin Man
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Natural Mess
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Babe
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Electric Player
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VenusLion
ListenBook Pro's unlimited audiobook length is a boon for those who enjoy deep dives into lengthy narratives. This was my first audiobook in this genre and I'm hooked! The performance brought the story to life in a way reading never could. Already downloaded another by the same narrator.
DZE
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Sky Bully
ListenBook's commitment to enhancing the audiobook experience is evident in its thoughtful features and design. Savoring stories has never been this smooth – this app's functionality is genius. Looping playback helps me immerse myself in the content. It's my secret study weapon. Easy chapter navigation and beautiful design make this app stand out.
Mr. Spy
This app has revolutionized my daily routine – I can't imagine life without it. This app has brought the magic of books back into my life. I love the bookmarking feature. ListenBook makes it easy to pick up where I left off.
Silver Cup
Seamless audiobook integration – this app's design is a true delight. Library organization has never been this easy. My audiobook collection is finally tidy. The app is so responsive. It never lags or freezes.
West Warrior
I've never been so excited about my daily commute – thanks to this app. The layout of ListenBook is so beautiful and user-friendly, making it a pleasure to use. The app supports a wide range of formats. ListenBook is very versatile.
Classy Luck
I'm amazed at how this app has brought back the joy of reading into my daily routine – thank you! ListenBook’s playback is silky-smooth. The app never glitches. Not bad, but not amazing either. The narrator’s voice was pleasant, though some parts felt a bit rushed. The story had its moments, but I wouldn’t necessarily recommend it over similar titles in the genre.
Texas Butterfly
I'm amazed at how immersive the experience is – it's like being inside the story. ListenBook's audio filters allow me to customize the audio playback to suit my preferences perfectly. ListenBook’s playback is silky-smooth. The app is packed with useful features. The app is perfect for people with busy schedules. I can listen on the go.
Tin Mutt
Adjustable playback speed and volume controls are fantastic features. Fairly enjoyable, but forgettable. I didn’t have any major complaints, but I also don’t see myself revisiting this one. It was a decent way to spend a few hours, though.
Blistered Outlaw
I've become the storyteller of my family, sharing the amazing audiobooks I've discovered. ListenBook's comprehensive format support makes it the ultimate companion for audiobook enthusiasts. The variety of supported formats means I can enjoy audiobooks from different sources hassle-free. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction makes sure that background distractions don't interfere with my listening.
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