Book description
Humanity's unique relationship with risk has driven us to defy the evolutionary odds. But as the stakes keep mounting, how long before our luck runs out?Evolution is a series of bets, and no animal gambles the way humans do. This has led us to unprecedented ecological dominance, via the steepest odds and unlikeliest of outcomes, but our winning streak cuts both ways: the secret to our success may yet be our downfall.The Gambling Animal offers a revelatory retelling of the human story. Drawing on their unique research into the management of risk by humans and other animals - including our most impressive compatriots, elephants - Glenn Harrison and Don Ross reveal the hidden logic of our rise. But with an ecological crisis on the horizon, how long can our winning streak continue?
RealmRanger
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Spit Turanga
Finally, an app that lets me enjoy my personal audiobooks, lectures, and speeches effortlessly. The statistics tracking feature is very useful. ListenBook helps me keep track of my listening time.
Sugar Apple
This app's support for various formats ensures that I can enjoy my audiobooks without any hassle. Great app for listening to lectures and speeches. Highly useful!
Mindless Bobcat
I'm impressed by the extensive statistics feature, allowing me to track my audiobook consumption over time. ListenBook makes organizing my audiobooks simple. The app is very user-friendly.
Street Jolly
Tone adjustment adds a unique touch to my listening experience. I'm hooked! Auto-rewind is a brilliant feature. Never lose track of where I left off.
Double Eerie
Language courses on audiobooks helped me pick up a new language effortlessly. I can't imagine my life without this app – it's my passport to countless stories. 🚗📖 Beating traffic blues with engaging audiobooks – driving has never been this fun! 🚗🎧 The app's compatibility with CarPlay is a dream for road trips. It keeps me entertained. The app is so easy to set up. I was listening to my books in no time.
RZR
Audiobooks have become my favorite workout companions, making exercise a breeze. ListenBook has turned my audio content into an immersive, personalized, and unforgettable experience. I can't get enough of this app's intuitive design – it's like a personal library right at my fingertips. Binaural audio processing is a game-changer – my ears stay comfortable during long listening sessions.
Judge
I've become a more empathetic listener thanks to the emotional depth of audiobooks. The noise reduction feature on ListenBook Pro is a godsend for clear and comfortable listening. I love the ability to change the background color. It’s a nice touch.
Sun Lemon
Audiobooks have become my constant companions during my daily activities. ⭐️ Who knew cleaning could be this exciting? This app turns chores into adventures! 🧹🏰 🌟 Embracing reading in the busiest of times – this app is my everyday escape! 📚🏃♀️ This audiobook transformed my household chores into enjoyable moments! The narrator's lively yet measured delivery kept me engaged throughout. I particularly appreciated how they handled exposition - making potentially dry information interesting through thoughtful inflection and pacing.
Handsome
ListenBook Pro offers amazing value with unlimited audiobook length and noise reduction features. Looping playback has taken my language learning to new heights. Highly recommended! Makes listening to audiobooks so easy and enjoyable. Thank you, ListenBook! ListenBook’s design is sleek and modern. The app is a pleasure to use.
Kitchen
With this app, reading is as simple as pressing play – it's genius! Sharing audiobooks through AirDrop is a delightful way to spread the joy of storytelling. A fun feature! Middle-of-the-road experience. The audiobook was fine—good narration, decent story—but it didn’t leave a lasting impression. If you’re looking for something low-commitment, this works.
Cricket
As a language learner, this app has been invaluable in improving my listening skills. ListenBook's loop and shuffle playback options have made audiobook revisiting and studying a breeze. Looping playback is my secret weapon for language learning. It's revolutionized my approach. ListenBook has elevated my audiobook experience to new heights. It's a treasure trove of knowledge. I love the auto-bookmark feature. It saves my place automatically.
Murmur
This app has rekindled my passion for literature in a whole new way. Absolutely loved the narration! The voice actor brought the characters to life with distinct tones and emotions. The production quality was top-notch, with no background noise or distractions. A truly immersive experience!
Voodoo Queen
The narrator's voices are so engaging, it's like having a personal storytelling session. This app's intuitive features and easy navigation make it a must-have for audiobook enthusiasts. Simplifying audiobook management – this app's functionality is a true asset.
QuantumQuill
I've become a more attentive listener thanks to the engaging audiobooks. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop and Sharing on ListenBook Pro is a social audiophile's dream. Adjusting playback speed has revolutionized the way I consume audiobooks. I can cover more ground while maintaining comprehension.
Mr. Thanksgiving
I'm hooked on this app's effortless integration with my daily activities. The range of audio formats supported is incredible. No need to worry about file conversion.
Dallas Burn
The Looping playback and Shuffle features on ListenBook help me customize my listening sessions to my liking. I'm impressed by how this app seamlessly syncs across my devices. Noise reduction on ListenBook Pro is a revelation. It elevates the audio quality to a new level. 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!
MysticMingle
The interface is sleek and user-friendly. Makes navigating through chapters a breeze. Sharing books with friends via AirDrop is so convenient. Thanks, ListenBook!
Night Train
ListenBook's support for a variety of download methods means I can access my content in the way that suits me best. 🎉 Rekindling my literary flame – this app has brought back the joy of reading in a whole new format. 📖🚀 The playback speed adjustment is a game-changer for busy individuals. Time saver!
Snowflake Pixie
Effortlessly enjoying audiobook journeys – this app's ease of use is a winner. My productivity has soared since I started using ListenBook for my study materials. With ListenBook Pro, long audiobooks are no problem. I love it! Binaural audio processing reduces listening fatigue. Fantastic feature!
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