Book description
The dramatic and action-packed story of the last mysterious place on earth--the world's seafloor--and the deep-sea divers, ocean mappers, marine biologists, entrepreneurs, and adventurers involved in the historic push to chart it, as well as the opportunities, challenges, and perils this exploration holds now and for the future.Five oceans--the Atlantic, the Pacific, the Indian, the Arctic, and the Southern--cover approximately 70 percent of the earth. Yet we know little about what lies beneath them. By the early 2020s, less than twenty-five percent of the ocean's floor has been charted, most close to shorelines, and over three quarters of the ocean lies in in what is called the Deep Sea, depths below a thousand meters. Now, the race is on to completely map the ocean's floor by 2030--an epic project involving scientists, investors, militaries, and private explorers who are cooperating and competing to get an accurate reading of this vast terrain and understand its contours and environment. In The Deepest Map, Laura Trethewey documents this race to the bottom, following global efforts around the world, from crowdsourcing to advances in technology, recent scientific discoveries to tales of dangerous dives in untested and costly submersibles. The lure of ocean exploration has attracted many, including the likes of James Cameron, Richard Branson, Ray Dalio, and Eric Schmidt. The Deepest Map follows a cast of intriguing characters, from early mappers such as Marie Tharp, a woman working in the male-dominated fields of oceanography and geology whose discoveries have added significantly to our knowledge; Victor Vescovo, a man obsessed with reaching the deepest depths of each of the five oceans, and his young, brilliant, and fearless mapper Cassie Bongiovanni; and the diverse entrepreneurs looking to explore and exploit this uncharted territory and its resources.In The Deepest Map, ocean discovery converges with humanity's origin story; in mapping the ocean floor, scientists are actively tracing our roots back to the most inhospitable places on earth where life began--and flourished. But for every conservationist looking to protect the seafloor, there are others who see its commercial potential. Will a new map exacerbate pollution and the degradation of this natural resource? How will the race remake political power structures in years to come? Trethewey probes these questions as countries and conglomerates wrestle over the riches that may lie at the bottom of the sea.The future of humanity depends on our ability to protect this vast, precious, and often ignored resource. A true tale of science, nature, technology, and an extreme outdoor adventure The Deepest Map illuminates why we love--and fear--the earth's final frontier and is a crucial addition to the increasingly urgent conversation about climate change.
Fadey
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Alley Cat
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InsightInkwell
The app's stability and reliability make it my go-to choice for audiobooks. ListenBook has become my go-to app for all audiobooks. Full of useful features.
Fire Feline
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Lunar Treat
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Storm Master
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Night Magnet
Effortless audiobook exploration β this app's design is a reader's dream. Effortlessly accessing my favorite audiobooks has become a reality, all thanks to this app's user-centric design and comprehensive format support. A must-download! π±π§ ListenBookβs bookmarking feature is incredibly useful. I never lose my place in a book.
Sneaky Lady
Effortlessly accessing my favorite audiobooks has become a reality, all thanks to this app's user-centric design and comprehensive format support. A must-download! π±π§ Looping playback is a brilliant study tool. Thanks to ListenBook, my learning has improved! Easy chapter access and smooth playback. Love this app! The app is perfect for people who love to multitask. I can listen while cooking.
Night Magnet
Chapters, configurable auto-rewind, and bookmarks on ListenBook keep me in control of my content. The app is perfect for multitasking. I can listen while doing other things.
ThoughtTrailblazer
ListenBook's user-friendly interface and intuitive controls make it a joy to navigate through my audiobooks. πͺ Flexing my reading muscles with this app's easy-to-use controls β I'm devouring books while managing my busy schedule. πΌπ Binaural audio processing is a godsend. My ears don't fatigue even during extended listening.
Geneva Cuffs
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Twix Bond
β° Starting my mornings with inspiration β audiobooks make waking up a joyous literary experience! βοΈπ§ Navigating audiobooks seamlessly β this app's design is top-notch. Sharing audiobooks with friends is a fantastic way to introduce them to new stories. This audiobook kept me company during a long road trip and made the miles disappear! The narrator's engaging performance and the crisp production quality made for an immersive experience. I appreciated how well they balanced drama with clarity - never sacrificing understanding for effect.
ShadowDancer
πΆπ Setting the mood with stories instead of songs β this app is my go-to playlist! π§π π Indulging in soothing bedtime stories β this app is my nightly retreat into imagination. ππ I love the ability to change the background color. Itβs a nice touch. The app is perfect for people who love to listen to books while exercising.
Betty Cricket
ListenBook has completely changed my audiobook experience β it's like having a personal audio library. This app has made my road trips and flights infinitely more enjoyable. CUE playlist support is a thoughtful feature that keeps my audiobook listening organized and enjoyable. ListenBook has become an essential part of my daily routine. It's like having a library on my phone!
Pink Nightmare
I've fallen in love with genres I never thought I'd explore, all thanks to this app. Sharing audiobooks through AirDrop is a great way to spread the joy of storytelling with friends. The app's support for CarPlay and Apple Watch makes it a true companion for all occasions. ListenBookβs audio filters are great. The app provides a high-quality listening experience. The app is perfect for long walks. It keeps me company the whole time.
Trash
ListenBook Pro offers an unbeatable deal β unlimited audiobook length and noise reduction. 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 Audiobooks made accessible β this app's ease of use is a true blessing. Tone adjustment adds a new layer of personalization to my audiobook experience. It's like having the narrator tailor the voice to my preferences. Solid performance, but not outstanding. The narrator did a fine job, though their tone was a bit monotonous at times. The story itself was engaging enough, but I wouldnβt call it unforgettable.
Pigeon Woman
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LuminaLore
Changing the tone of the sound on ListenBook is a fun feature that adds a unique touch to my audiobook experience. With this app, I can devour books like never before β it's incredibly efficient. πΆββοΈπ Strolling through stories on a lazy afternoon β this app is my relaxation buddy! ποΈπ§
Chlorine
ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a blessing for enjoying clear audio in any environment. ListenBook's drag-and-drop download feature is a time-saving convenience that I greatly appreciate. ListenBook has transformed the way I engage with literature. It's like having a virtual bookshelf in my pocket.
VenusLion
The ListenBook app has made my daily routines more enriching, allowing me to learn while on the go. My long walks have turned into exciting adventures with this app.
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