Book description
A thrilling story of scientific detective work and medical potential that illuminates the newly understood role of microglia--an elusive type of brain cell that is vitally relevant to our everyday lives. "The rarest of books: a combination of page-turning discovery and remarkably readable science journalism."--Mark Hyman, MD, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Food: What the Heck Should I Eat? NAMED ONE OF THE BEST BOOKS OF THE YEAR BY WIRED Until recently, microglia were thought to be helpful but rather boring: housekeeper cells in the brain. But a recent groundbreaking discovery has revealed that they connect our physical and mental health in surprising ways. When triggered--and anything that stirs up the immune system in the body can activate microglia, including chronic stressors, trauma, and viral infections--they can contribute to memory problems, anxiety, depression, and Alzheimer's. Under the right circumstances, however, microglia can be coaxed back into being angelic healers, able to make brain repairs in ways that help alleviate symptoms and hold the promise to one day prevent disease. With the compassion born of her own experience, award-winning journalist Donna Jackson Nakazawa illuminates this newly understood science, following practitioners and patients on the front lines of treatments that help to "reboot" microglia. In at least one case, she witnesses a stunning recovery--and in others, significant relief from pressing symptoms, offering new hope to the tens of millions who suffer from mental, cognitive, and physical health issues. Hailed as a "riveting," "stunning," and "visionary," The Angel and the Assassin offers us a radically reconceived picture of human health and promises to change everything we thought we knew about how to heal ourselves.
Wildcat Talent
Book groups feature keeps series and related titles together. Neat and tidy! Noise reduction and voice tone adjustment enhance the listening experience significantly. 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!
QuestQuill
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Dropkick
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Moon Laser
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Palomino Cake
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Mad Irishman
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Kazmii
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Digger
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Reno Monarch
ListenBook's unlimited length of audiobooks with the Pro version is a fantastic value for avid listeners. This app's convenience has made my downtime more rewarding and enriching. Listening statistics are a great motivator. Love this feature!
Clover Dragon
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IceDog
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Shooter
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Midas
With this app, I've turned mundane chores into exciting opportunities for intellectual growth. The app's interface is so sleek and modern. It's a joy to use.
Genghis Glyph
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PixelPilgrim
This app's intuitive controls and user-friendly layout have made audiobook listening a true pleasure. Supports all audio formats I use without issues. Very happy. This app is perfect for audiobook lovers. The interface is beautiful and easy to navigate. ListenBook is the ultimate audiobook player. The app supports all formats, and the import process is seamless. I love the playback history featureβitβs so easy to revisit my favorite parts. Highly recommend this app!
FrankenGrin
I'm able to enjoy books in a whole new way β while cooking, working out, or even gardening. Looping playback helps me immerse myself in the content. It's my secret study weapon.
Pockets
ListenBook has become an indispensable part of my daily routine β it's my ultimate audio companion. ListenBook has become my go-to app for all audiobooks. Full of useful features.
Impulsive Flower
Kudos to the creators for making literature so accessible and enjoyable. This app's convenience has turned my daily chores into moments of intellectual discovery β a win-win! Adjusting the tone of the voice is a game-changer. It's like customizing my listening experience. Beautiful design and intuitive interface. Very user-friendly. This audiobook was neither good nor bad - simply average. The narrator's delivery was professional but uninspired, and the recording quality was clean though not exceptional. It provided satisfactory entertainment without standing out from similar titles.
Twisty Dew
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Frosty Squid
With ListenBook, I can effortlessly manage and organize my audiobook library. Tone adjustment is so cool. It's like customizing the reader's voice to my liking.
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