Book description
Explore the treasures of the Earth – sparkling crystals, vibrant gemstones, and age-old fossils – with this illustrated guide that’s sure to captivate every rockhound and budding gemologist.From primeval origins to their astonishing modern-day uses and appeal, this is the ultimate portrait of Earth's geological riches – rocks, minerals, crystals, and gems. Also included is a focussed look at other precious materials often prized for their beauty, such as amber, coral, ivory, and fossils.Learn how to identify more than 450 rock and mineral specimens through stunning photographs and detailed characteristics. Discover more about rocks and minerals through folklore and historical artifacts, and find out the fascinating stories behind the world's natural treasures, including the Hope diamond and the Great Mogul emerald. Practical advice on cutting, polishing, and displaying your finds further equips you with all the knowledge needed to delve into the world of rock and mineral collecting.Rock and Gem were produced in association with the Smithsonian Institution in Washington DC, the world's largest museum complex, ensuring the guide's accuracy.
California Goddess
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Carrot Joker
ListenBook's support for binaural audio processing is a thoughtful touch that reduces listening fatigue. ListenBook has elevated my audiobook experience to new heights. It's a treasure trove of knowledge. Auto-rewind is incredibly helpful. Excellent functionality.
Onion King
Changing the tone of the sound on ListenBook Pro adds a personalized touch to my audiobook experience. ListenBook's versatile features have made my audiobook experience more enjoyable than ever. Seamless audiobook integration – this app's design is remarkable. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature has made my recordings sound clearer than ever. I love the ability to change the background color. It’s a nice touch.
Moon Peaches
Packed with useful features. ListenBook is my favorite audiobook app. The app is perfect for people who love to read but don’t have the time.
Crash Enforcer
The ability to download audio from network devices directly within ListenBook is incredibly convenient. Adjusting the tone of the voice is an innovative feature that sets this app apart. Binaural audio processing is amazing. Reduced my listening fatigue significantly.
Iron Jesus
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New York Mood
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Stud Buster
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Dr. WMD
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Fuzzy Logic Hottie
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NeoGermal
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InfinityInsight
With this app, I've found a way to make my daily errands more enjoyable and intellectually stimulating. With this app, audiobook listening has become an integral part of my daily routines – it's pure bliss. 🎧 Immerse yourself in stories effortlessly – this app's functionality is the gateway to endless audiobook adventures. 📚🌟 The app is so well-designed. It’s clear the developers put a lot of thought into it. This app is perfect for anyone who loves audiobooks. The interface is sleek and modern, and the playback controls are super responsive. I also appreciate the cloud integration, which lets me access my books from anywhere. Great work!
Undergrad Split
ListenBook's audio filters and controls have turned my listening sessions into immersive experiences. With support for various formats, I can finally listen to my diverse audiobook collection. The statistics feature is brilliant. I love seeing how much time I spend on audiobooks with ListenBook.
Crazy Eights
The Looping playback and Shuffle features on ListenBook help me customize my listening sessions to my liking. This app has enriched my daily routine and added a touch of intellectual stimulation. Supports all my playlists and bookmarks perfectly. Very convenient. ListenBook makes my commute enjoyable. The audio filters really enhance the listening experience. Perfect for repeat listening! The narrator's performance was so rich with detail that I'm sure I'll discover new layers on a second listen. Their interpretation felt authentic to the material while bringing fresh insights. The audio production was pristine from start to finish.
Chocolate Thunder
Navigating audiobooks seamlessly – this app's design is top-notch. Looping playback is a study tool that I can't live without. It helps me master challenging content. The app is so easy to use. I was up and running in minutes.
Sienna Princess
ListenBook's extensive library and user-friendly interface have made it my go-to app. The app is perfect for people who love to read but don’t have the time. ListenBook is the best audiobook player I’ve ever used. The app is packed with features like customizable skip intervals, playback speed, and sleep timers. The interface is clean and easy to navigate, making it a joy to use. Five stars! Good for background listening. I didn’t get fully immersed, but it was pleasant enough to have on while doing chores. The narrator’s voice was easy to listen to, even if the delivery lacked some energy.
Twine X
Savoring audiobooks without complications – this app's design is commendable. The quick access to chapters and controls makes the app a joy to use. I'm always in control.
Toe
My long walks have turned into exciting adventures with this app. This was an adequate audiobook for casual listening. The narrator maintained a consistent pace and clear diction throughout, though their performance lacked some emotional range. The audio quality was fine with no significant technical distractions.
Psycho Thinker
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LoreLoomer
I can't get enough of this app's convenience – it has turned my audiobook journey into a delightful habit. The app never crashes. It’s reliable and stable.
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