Book description
Updated with a new Introduction by the authors and a foreword by Richard Florida, this book is a comprehensive guide book for urban designers, planners, architects, developers, environmentalists, and community leaders that illustrates how existing suburban developments can be redesigned into more urban and more sustainable places. While there has been considerable attention by practitioners and academics to development in urban cores and new neighborhoods on the periphery of cities, there has been little attention to the redesign and redevelopment of existing suburbs. The authors, both architects and noted experts on the subject, show how development in existing suburbs can absorb new growth and evolve in relation to changed demographic, technological, and economic conditions. Retrofitting Suburbia was named winner in the Architecture & Urban Planning category of the 2009 American Publishers Awards for Professional and Scholarly Excellence (The PROSE Awards) awarded by The Professional and Scholarly Publishing (PSP) Division of the Association of American Publishers
Lady Peach
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The Howling Swede
I can't imagine my daily activities without this app – it's the perfect way to stay engaged and informed. Noise reduction on ListenBook Pro is a revelation. It enhances the audio quality and makes listening comfortable.
Alley Frog
This app's features, from bookmarking to customizable playback speed, are fantastic. ListenBook is the best audiobook player I’ve ever used. The app is reliable, fast, and packed with features like customizable themes and playback speed. The sleep timer is a lifesaver for bedtime listening. Great job, developers! ListenBook is the ultimate audiobook player. The app supports all formats, and the import process is seamless. I love the playback history feature—it’s so easy to revisit my favorite parts. Highly recommend this app!
Back Bett
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The Shield Toronto
Bookmarks are a lifesaver for study materials. I never lose my place again. Tone adjustment is an innovative touch that adds a personal connection to the audiobook narration. It's like having a custom reading experience.
Prone
This app has given me the joy of reading even when my hands are full. is a breeze. It's incredibly convenient for building my collection. I love the ability to change the background color. It’s a nice touch.
Carrot Joker
ListenBook's user-friendly interface and quick access to chapters enhance my overall listening experience. CarPlay compatibility takes my driving experience to a whole new level. Audiobooks on the road have never been better. The app's support for multiple formats is flawless. Very satisfied. ListenBook’s bookmarking feature is incredibly useful. I never lose my place in a book.
NecroBull
With this app, I've discovered a whole new way to enjoy literature. Effortless audiobook exploration – this app's design is a reader's dream. ListenBook has transformed my daily routine into an opportunity to learn, relax, and enjoy. Adjusting the narrator's voice tone is a creative feature that adds a personal touch to the experience.
Z-Boy
Savoring captivating stories has become a breeze with this app's sleek design and convenient features. It's like having a personal reading assistant! 📱📖 A reasonable choice for casual listening. The audiobook was well-produced, but the pacing felt uneven in places. I didn’t dislike it, but I also didn’t feel strongly about it one way or another.
Breezy Mustang
The app's recommendations are surprisingly accurate – it's like they know my taste perfectly! The app’s design is sleek and modern. ListenBook is my favorite audiobook player.
Kinged
The 'Continue Listening' feature ensures I never lose my place, no matter where I am. The voice boost feature is amazing. It makes every word crystal clear.
Mad Jack
ListenBook's library organization and Book Groups feature make it easy to keep my audiobooks organized and accessible. I can't get enough of this app's convenience – it has turned my audiobook journey into a delightful habit. ListenBook has become my trusted companion for literary adventures. The app's features are exceptional. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature has significantly improved the audio quality of my recordings. I love the chapter navigation feature. ListenBook makes it easy to jump between sections.
The Happy Jock
ListenBook's commitment to excellence shines through in its user-friendly interface and smooth playback. ListenBook's library organization and book groups help me keep my content neatly sorted. I'm blown away by ListenBook's ability to play diverse formats flawlessly – it's a game-changer. ListenBook has become my workout buddy. It keeps me entertained and motivated during exercise. Adjusting the tone of the voice is a unique feature that adds a personalized touch to the listening experience.
Overrun
The fact that ListenBook doesn't just play, but enhances audio quality, is truly remarkable. Audiobooks on this app have expanded my horizons and introduced me to new ideas. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction is a lifesaver. I can hear clearly even in noisy environments. Automated artwork and metadata extraction make my library look organized and visually appealing. The app is so well-designed. It’s clear the developers put a lot of thought into it.
VisionVortex
The app is so intuitive. I didn’t even need to read the instructions. The narrator was good but spoke a bit too slowly for my taste. I had to speed it up to 1.2x which then made some parts sound slightly unnatural.
SereneScribe
The fact that ListenBook supports a wide range of formats without DRM protection is a huge win. This app has reignited my love for literature and made it a part of my everyday life. ListenBook Pro's tone adjustment feature is a unique tool that adds a touch of creativity to my listening experience.
Toxic-oxide
I'm addicted to this app's curated playlists and recommendations – they're spot on. ListenBook has turned my daily routines into audiobook-driven journeys of imagination. 🌟 Elevating everyday moments – this app adds an extra layer of magic to every aspect of my day. 📚✨ ListenBook has made my daily commutes enjoyable. No more boredom!
Gumby Train
ListenBook is my daily companion, turning mundane tasks into exciting audio adventures. This audiobook performed its function without excelling. The narrator's delivery was straightforward and easy to follow, though lacking in dramatic flair. The recording quality was decent with only occasional minor inconsistencies in volume. An acceptable but forgettable listening experience.
Forger
This app has rekindled my passion for literature in a whole new way. ListenBook has made me fall in love with my audio content all over again – it's a must-have.
InsightfulInk
It's like having a personal library that fits in my pocket – truly amazing! I've become a more empathetic listener and reader, thanks to the power of audiobooks.
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