Book description
Dr. Bernard Patten authentically captures in The Great Cotzias the realities of medical research; the petty jealousies, the back biting, the desperate race to knowledge—in short the red thread of life. Using novelistic techniques, we get the details, of the events and the people involved in the discovery of the beneficial effect of L-DOPA on Parkinson’s disease.The main character is George C. Cotzias, a Greek born, Harvard educated, hypomanic physician who in his frenetic drive to win the Nobel Prize sacrificed wife, family, friends, and, finally himself. Eventually he makes the discovery that wins him the Laska award, America’s highest honor in clinical research. The discovery proved that so-called hopeless degenerative nervous system diseases can benefit from replacement of natural body chemicals that are deficient with the disease. Worldwide, DOPA continues to be the most often used treatment for Parkinson’s disease to date.DOPA had an interesting side effect: Improved Sino-American relations. Chairman Mao of China famously claimed that all political power comes out of the muzzle of a gun. Cotzias proved that political power can come out of medicine bottle—Mao was one of the first patients to benefit spectacularly from the new treatment.
GiddeeUP
ListenBook has brought a whole new level of convenience and enjoyment to my audiobook experience. This app has reignited my love for literature in the most delightful way. ListenBook's chapters, controls, and filters have taken my audiobook journey to new heights. 🏝️🎧 Escaping to paradise with a beach read – this app is my vacation in audio form! 🏖️📖 I love the ability to change the playback pitch. It’s a unique feature.
Red Woman
ListenBook's library organization and book groups help me keep my content neatly sorted. I'm blown away by ListenBook's ability to maintain audio quality even for formats like FLAC and AWB. I love how this app makes my daily commute a journey through literature. Audiobooks have never been this accessible and enjoyable. This app's compatibility with various formats and its emphasis on user experience have made it an essential tool for me. 📱🔊 The app is perfect for people who love to listen to books while commuting.
Chameleon
Audiobooks have become my favorite workout companions, making exercise a breeze. 🧘♂️ Finding serenity through the soothing tones of audiobooks – mindfulness and stories in perfect harmony. 🧘♂️🎧 Kudos to the developers for optimizing this app for iOS 16. It runs like a dream on my device.
Sky Bully
This app's intuitive controls and user-friendly layout have made audiobook listening a true pleasure. Audiobooks at my fingertips – this app's functionality is truly impressive. Auto-rewind is a brilliant feature. Never lose track of where I left off.
Waylay Dave
The ability to adjust playback speed and volume is a game-changer for me. Download options are versatile, making it easy to get audiobooks from various sources. Finally, an app that supports all my audiobook formats! ListenBook is a game-changer. 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!
DeathDancer
⭐️ Who knew cleaning could be this exciting? This app turns chores into adventures! 🧹🏰 The automatic extraction of artwork and metadata adds a professional touch to my audiobook collection. Supports all my playlists and bookmarks. Very convenient. The ability to play various audio formats without conversion is very convenient. ListenBook is a great app.
Woodland Beauty
ListenBook's sharing options make it easy for me to connect with fellow audiobook enthusiasts. Listening statistics motivate me to read more. Excellent feature!
Sultan of Speed
The app is perfect for people who love to listen to books while commuting. I love the ability to share my progress with friends. It’s a fun feature.
Stealth
Finally, a way to enjoy literature on the go without straining my eyes. With ListenBook, I can enjoy a wide range of audiobook formats without any hassle, making my listening experience seamless. I can't believe I waited this long to discover the joy of audiobooks through this app. 🚗📚 Turn traffic into a literary escape – this app's functionality keeps me engaged while I'm on the move. 🚗🎧
Pigeon Woman
ListenBook Pro's unlimited audiobook length is a dream come true for those epic tales. It's like having a personal audiobook library in your pocket. I love how ListenBook makes it easy to organize my audiobook library. The app supports all formats, and the import process is a breeze. The playback controls are responsive, and the sound quality is excellent. Highly recommend!
Hairpin
Listening to audiobooks has become my ultimate way to unwind after a long day. Thank you for making literature more accessible, enjoyable, and immersive. This app is a game-changer! This app has transformed my daily routine into moments of literary delight. The tone adjustment feature in ListenBook Pro is a novel addition that allows me to personalize my audiobook experience.
Chocolate Thunder
🎙️ Turning grocery shopping into a thrilling audiobook hunt – what a game-changer! 🛒📚 ListenBook is my trusted partner for all things audiobooks. It's reliable, intuitive, and user-friendly.
ShadowFax
This app's playback controls and features make it a breeze to customize my listening experience. ListenBook has united my love for audiobooks with my passion for learning. What a brilliant app! Adjusting playback speed has transformed the way I consume audiobooks. I can tailor the pacing to match my learning style and preferences. The app is perfect for people who love to listen to books while commuting.
Grave Digger
ListenBook has revolutionized my audio experience, making it both personalized and engaging. Unlocking a world of literary possibilities, this app's extensive compatibility and user-friendly controls have made audiobook enjoyment an everyday joy. 📱🔊
EchoEnigma
The bookmark feature is a lifesaver – no more losing my place in the story! ListenBook has truly transformed my audiobook experience. The sleek interface, extensive format support, and easy downloading options make it my go-to app! My audiobook collection has never looked better. Thank you, ListenBook! I love the quick access to settings. It makes tweaking the app so easy.
Pluto
The app supports a wide range of formats. ListenBook is very versatile. The app is perfect for people who love to listen to books while exercising. 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.
Marigold Loot
ListenBook's loop and shuffle playback features have become indispensable tools in my audiobook learning. 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.
DreamDasher
ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch adds convenience to my audiobook routine. Sharing audiobooks with friends is a bonding experience made easy through AirDrop and sharing options.
21st Street
As a language enthusiast, this app has been a fantastic tool for learning new languages. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a creative way to share the love of literature. I love the ability to change the playback speed. It’s perfect for my needs.
Super Flick
Audiobooks on demand? Yes, please! With this app's robust features, I'm always just a tap away from immersing myself in captivating narratives. 📚📱 The narrator's voice took some getting used to - a bit nasal at first - but I grew to like it after a few chapters. Their pacing was excellent throughout.
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