Book description
INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER"The Best Strangers in the World is a witty, poignant book that captures Ari Shapiro's love for the unusual, his pursuit of the unexpected, and his delight at connection against the odds."--Ronan Farrow, Pulitzer Prize-winning investigative journalist and New York Times-bestselling author of Catch and Kill and War on PeaceFrom the beloved host of NPR's All Things Considered, a stirring memoir-in-essays that is also a lover letter to journalism.In his first book, broadcaster Ari Shapiro takes us around the globe to reveal the stories behind narratives that are sometimes heartwarming, sometimes heartbreaking, but always poignant. He details his time traveling on Air Force One with President Obama, or following the path of Syrian refugees fleeing war, or learning from those fighting for social justice both at home and abroad.As the self-reinforcing bubbles we live in become more impenetrable, Ari Shapiro keeps seeking ways to help people listen to one another; to find connection and commonality with those who may seem different; to remind us that, before religion, or nationality, or politics, we are all human. The Best Strangers in the World is a testament to one journalist's passion for Considering All Things--and sharing what he finds with the rest of us.
Mad Irishman
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Boost Princess
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InsightInkwell
My child has also fallen in love with audiobooks, all thanks to the app's kid-friendly collection. This app is my travel companion β making long journeys enjoyable and insightful. I'm on a literary adventure wherever I go, all thanks to this app. Its extensive format support and effortless navigation make audiobook listening a breeze. ππ The auto-rewind feature after interruptions is a small thing that makes a big difference. Looping playback is my favorite study tool. It's a game-changer for mastering challenging content.
Fuzzy Logic Hottie
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LerveDr
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Hermopolis
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RedMouth
The diverse range of narrators adds a new layer of depth to each story. AirDrop sharing makes it easy to share audiobooks. Great feature! The app is so well-designed. Itβs clear the developers put a lot of thought into it. Fairly enjoyable, but forgettable. I didnβt have any major complaints, but I also donβt see myself revisiting this one. It was a decent way to spend a few hours, though.
Waylay Dave
Adjusting the tone of the voice is an innovative feature that allows for a personalized listening experience. I've listened to hundreds of audiobooks and this narrator is now in my top 5. Their timing and inflection were masterful. Never a dull moment in the entire performance. The perfect balance between dramatic reading and natural storytelling. Felt like a friend telling me an amazing story rather than someone just reading words.
Tornado Maker
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Petite Beauty
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Poppy Coffee
Adjustable playback speed and volume controls are fantastic features. I love the ability to change the playback pitch. Itβs a unique feature.
Gabriel Dandelion
Looping playback is a study aid sent from heaven. It's helping me ace my exams! Automatic artwork and metadata retrieval is a time-saver. My library looks fantastic. ListenBook is the ultimate audiobook player. 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! ListenBook is the best audiobook player Iβve 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! Iβve been using ListenBook for months, and itβs been a fantastic experience. The app is lightweight, doesnβt drain my battery, and works perfectly in the background. The equalizer and voice boost features are amazing. Highly recommend!
Capital F
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Wild Hair
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Mr. Wholesome
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Miss Nova
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Coldy
Audiobooks have turned road trips into unforgettable journeys of imagination. The app is perfect for people who love to multitask. I can listen while cooking.
Opulent Gamer
Finally, an app that lets me enjoy my personal audiobooks, lectures, and speeches effortlessly. ππ Embarking on literary journeys even with my eyes closed β bedtime stories have taken a new form with this app! π΄π§ ListenBook Pro's noise reduction ensures that my listening experience remains clear and enjoyable. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a fantastic way to introduce them to captivating stories. The app is so easy to use. I was up and running in minutes.
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