Book description
A unique, portable guidebook that sketches Rome's great philosophical tradition while also providing an engaging travel companion to the city. This is a guidebook to Rome for those interested in both la dolce vita and what the ancient Romans called the vita beata--the good life. Philosopher Scott Samuelson offers a thinker's tour of the Eternal City, rooting ideas from this philosophical tradition within the geography of the city itself. As he introduces the city's great works of art and its most famous sites--the Colosseum, the Forum, the Campo de' Fiori--Samuelson also gets to the heart of the knotty ethical and emotional questions they pose. Practicing philosophy in place, Rome as a Guide to the Good Life tackles the profound questions that most tours of Rome only bracket. What does all this history tell us about who we are? In addition to being a thoughtful philosophical companion, Samuelson is also a memorable tour guide, taking us on plenty of detours and pausing to linger over an afternoon Negroni, sample four classic Roman pastas, or explore the city's best hidden gems. With Samuelson's help, we understand why Rome has inspired philosophers such as Lucretius and Seneca, poets and artists such as Horace and Caravaggio, filmmakers like Fellini, and adventurers like Rosa Bathurst. This eclectic guidebook to Roman philosophy is for intrepid wanderers and armchair travelers alike--anyone who wants not just a change of scenery, but a change of soul.
Bad Badminton
Listening to audiobooks has never been this convenient and enjoyable! The app's ability to handle various audio formats is impressive. No more file conversions! Downloading books over WiFi is quick and hassle-free. Very convenient.
Truth
Unwinding with a good audiobook has become my favorite self-care ritual. The quality of the audio is top-notch, making the experience truly immersive. This app has given me the joy of reading even when my hands are full. I'm hooked on this app's ease of use β it's a reader's dream come true. User-friendly audiobook experience β this app's design is a standout.
Danger Menace
With ListenBook, I can now listen to my favorite audiobooks and speeches with the utmost comfort and convenience. πͺ Achieving double wins β workouts become invigorating with stories to fuel my motivation! πͺπ§ Gone are the days of struggling with formats. Thanks to this app, my audiobook journey is a breeze, and every tale is a tap away. Highly recommended! ππ§
Vicious Street
With this app, I've turned mundane tasks into moments of inspiration and education β it's brilliant! This app has become my ultimate travel companion, ensuring that I'm always entertained and inspired. I can't get over how smooth the playback is. Even high-quality files play flawlessly. Downloading audiobooks over WiFi is super easy. Saves time.
Miss Fix It
I've rediscovered my love for reading, all thanks to this app's convenience. πββοΈπ Combining exercise and exploration β audiobooks make my runs more exciting! πββοΈπ§ Finally, an app that supports all audiobook formats! Flawless playback. The app is perfect for language learners. The playback speed control is a game-changer.
Acid Queen
With this app, I've discovered a whole new way to enjoy literature. Iβm so impressed with ListenBook. The app is reliable, fast, and packed with features like customizable themes and playback speed. The sleep timer is a lifesaver for bedtime listening. Highly recommend this app!
Tall Sally
β° Waking up to audiobooks β mornings have never been this magical and inspiring! βοΈπ§ Automated artwork and metadata retrieval make my audiobook library look organized and visually appealing. ListenBook has completely changed how I enjoy audiobooks. The app is packed with features like customizable skip intervals, playback speed, and sleep timers. The interface is clean and easy to navigate. Five stars!
Nessie
Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop and Sharing on ListenBook is a fantastic way to spread the joy of listening. The ListenBook app has become an indispensable part of my daily routine, helping me learn and relax simultaneously. CUE playlist support is a brilliant feature that allows me to create customized listening experiences for different moods, activities, and moments of the day.
Old Man Winter
ListenBook's support for CarPlay and Apple Watch has made my listening experience even more seamless. With this app, audiobook listening has become a seamless and enjoyable part of my everyday life. The auto-rewind feature is a small detail that has a big impact on my listening experience. I love it! I love the auto-bookmark feature. It saves my place automatically. This audiobook spoiled me for others! The narrator's professional delivery set a high bar - perfect diction, ideal pacing, and emotional authenticity. The recording quality was equally impressive with no distracting artifacts. I finished it far too quickly because I couldn't stop listening.
Pexxious
ListenBook has changed my audiobook game forever. No more format woes! The ability to adjust the tone of the narrator's voice is a creative touch that adds depth to my listening.
Jungle King
ListenBook has made audiobook listening a personalized and enriching journey. π± My secret to staying well-read β this app ensures that I'm never without a book, no matter where I am! ππ± Looping playback helps me retain knowledge from audiobooks effectively. It's an invaluable tool.
ThoughtTrail
πΆββοΈπ§ Walking and listening has never been this smooth β this app's user-friendly interface makes it a breeze to enjoy my favorite stories. ποΈπ Effortlessly exploring new worlds β this app's design is user-centric and efficient. Effortless and enriching β that's how I'd describe my experience with this app. Its smooth interface and thoughtful features have set the bar high for audiobook enjoyment. π±π ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature has transformed the audio quality. It's crystal clear now.
Sun Lemon
I've found solace and relaxation in the pages of countless audiobooks. Audiobooks have turned my quiet moments into imaginative journeys β thank you, app! This was a workmanlike audiobook that did the job without flair. The narration was clear and the pacing appropriate, though the delivery lacked some emotional depth. The production quality was acceptable with no major technical issues.
Pixie Taze
π± An app that truly understands audiobook enthusiasts β it's all about functionality, and this app nails it! ππ‘ Audiobooks have become a staple in my routine, all thanks to this app's seamless integration and user-friendly design. It's a must-have for any book lover. ππ± Supports all audio formats I use without issues. Very happy. Auto-rewind is a very handy feature. Excellent app. The audio filters make a noticeable difference. ListenBook provides an excellent listening experience.
Spunky Chick
Being able to customize the listening duration is perfect for quick breaks. With this app, every moment is an opportunity to dive into a new story. I love the auto-rewind feature after interruptions. No more searching for where I left off! The automatic extraction of artwork and metadata keeps my audiobook library organized and visually appealing.
Toolmaker
ListenBook's attention to detail is commendable. Every aspect of the app is well-crafted. I don't have strong feelings about this one either way. The narration was competent but forgettable. The story itself was more engaging than the performance.
360
ListenBook has transformed my listening habits, making them more engaging and enjoyable. ποΈ The app's functionality is a true work of art β it enhances the audiobook experience and brings stories to life. ππ¨ Adjustable playback speed and volume controls are excellent.
Drop Stone
This app is a gift for anyone with a busy lifestyle β I can enjoy books while doing chores! Book Groups on ListenBook make it easy to categorize and access my audiobooks.
Fire Feline
I love how ListenBook caters to various formats, making it versatile and accommodating for all my audiobooks. This app has revolutionized my daily routine β I can't imagine life without it. This app's support for various formats and genres ensures that there's always something new to explore. The user-friendly interface and precise controls make listening to audiobooks an absolute delight. Looping playback helps me revise and memorize complex topics effectively. A study essential!
Are Ess Tee
This app's user-friendly design makes navigating through books a breeze. With this app, I've found a way to make long flights and road trips more enjoyable and enlightening.
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