Book description
"Absolutely riveting . . . Essential reading for foodies, java-junkies, anthropologists, and anyone else interested in funny, sardonically told adventure stories."--Anthony Bourdain, author of Kitchen Confidential Full of humor and historical insights, The Devil's Cup is not only ahistory of coffee, but a travelogue of a risk-taking brew-seeker. In this captivating book, Stewart Lee Allen treks three-quarters of the way around the world on a caffeinated quest to answer these profound questions: Did the advent of coffee give birth to an enlightened western civilization? Is coffee the substance that drives history? From the cliffhanging villages of Southern Yemen, where coffee beans were first cultivated eight hundred years ago, to a cavernous coffeehouse in Calcutta, the drinking spot for two of India's Nobel Prize winners . . . from Parisian salons and cafΓ©s where the French Revolution was born, to the roadside diners and chain restaurants of the good ol' USA, where something resembling brown water passes for coffee, Allen wittily proves that the world was wired long before the Internet. And those who deny the power of coffee (namely tea drinkers) do so at their own peril.
Amphibi-Dangerous
The bookmark feature is a lifesaver β no more losing my place in the story! π©βπ³ Turning cooking sessions into culinary adventures, complete with intriguing tales! π³π§ ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a true savior for immersive listening, even in busy surroundings. ListenBook has revolutionized the way I consume content. It's like having a personal tutor in my ear.
Yellow Menace
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Barbera Shift
I'm thrilled to finally have a way to enjoy books while keeping up with my busy schedule. ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch integration ensures that I can enjoy my audiobooks wherever I am. This app has turned my cooking sessions into culinary adventures with a side of stories. Bookmarks are a fantastic tool for keeping track of important moments. They're a game-changer.
Dakota Bliss
The app's intuitive design makes it easy to find and listen to my favorite authors. This app is like a personal audiobook concierge! The ability to download and organize audio files effortlessly is a game-changer for my reading routine. π±π Adjustable playback speed is my secret weapon for covering more material in less time. A productivity boost!
K-9
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Spoiler Betty
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Good William
Book groups feature keeps series and related titles together. Neat and tidy! Listening statistics motivate me to read more. Excellent feature!
Gr8 Flick
ListenBook has brought a whole new level of convenience and enjoyment to my audiobook experience. Thanks to this app, I can enjoy the world of literature without missing a beat in my fast-paced life.
Gabriel Dandelion
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Flash
The app's reliability and ease of use make it a true gem in the world of audiobooks. This app has introduced me to authors I'd never heard of β now they're my favorites! ListenBook's dedication to enhancing the audiobook experience has made it my preferred app for listening to content on the go.
Demo Tequila
ListenBook's intuitive controls and beautiful layout make my audiobook experience a delightful one. Thanks to ListenBook, downloading audiobooks is a hassle-free process, regardless of the source. The adjustable playback speed is a revelation. It's like having a personal audiobook narrator at my pace. Listening statistics are a great motivator. Love this feature!
Crash Enforcer
I love that I can download content directly from the internet within the ListenBook app β so handy! This app's convenience has made my audiobook addiction thrive! Audiobook enthusiasts, rejoice! This app's thoughtful features, such as auto-rewind and chapter navigation, cater perfectly to our storytelling cravings. ππ ListenBook's support for looping and shuffling playback adds versatility to my audiobook enjoyment.
TulipCake
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Marine Dre
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The Happy Jock
π Rekindling my love for reading β this app has reintroduced me to the joy of books in a whole new way. ππ₯ Simplifying my audiobook experience β this app's design is a game-changer.
Journeyman
I love that I can enjoy audiobooks while cooking elaborate meals in the kitchen. ListenBook's clean interface and organized layout make it a pleasure to browse through my audiobooks. ListenBook Pro takes my experience to the next level. Unlimited audiobook length, noise reduction, and voice tone adjustment? Count me in! This app is like a personal audiobook concierge! The ability to download and organize audio files effortlessly is a game-changer for my reading routine. π±π
Clover Rabbit
This app isn't just a tool, it's a wellspring of inspiration and positive vibes. I used to struggle to find time for books β now, I listen while doing chores! Changing the tone of the sound on ListenBook Pro is a fun and unique feature I can't get enough of.
Darth 44
ListenBook's support for a variety of audio formats makes it a versatile and essential app for audiobook enthusiasts. Sharing audiobooks with friends is a great way to connect over stories. Perfect for listening to educational materials. Highly efficient and useful. The appβs design is sleek and modern. ListenBook is my favorite audiobook player.
Cali Yacht
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Hobo Samurai
Kudos for the thoughtfully curated collections β I'm discovering hidden gems! ListenBook's integration with CarPlay and Apple Watch is seamless. I can now enjoy my favorite audiobooks during commutes and workouts. The app is very easy to use. ListenBook makes managing my audiobook library simple.
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