Book description
"Powerful, rich with details, moving, humane, and full of important lessons for an age when weapons of mass destruction are loose among us." -- Richard Rhodes, Pulitzer Prize-winning author of The Making of the Atomic Bomb The Great Plague is one of the most compelling events in human history--even more so now, when the notion of plague has never loomed larger as a contemporary public concern.The plague that devastated Asia and Europe in the 14th century has been of never-ending interest to both scholarly and general readers. Many books on the plague rely on statistics to tell the story: how many people died; how farm output and trade declined. But statistics can't convey what it was like to sit in Siena or Avignon and hear that a thousand people a day are dying two towns away. Or to have to chose between your own life and your duty to a mortally ill child or spouse. Or to live in a society where the bonds of blood and sentiment and law have lost all meaning, where anyone can murder or rape or plunder anyone else without fear of consequence.In The Great Mortality, author John Kelly lends an air of immediacy and intimacy to his telling of the journey of the plague as it traveled from the steppes of Russia, across Europe, and into England, killing 75 million people--one third of the known population--before it vanished.
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Blade
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Voluntary
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CuriousCrafter
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Curio
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Trick Baron
ListenBook's focus on quality and user experience has made it my go-to app for audiobooks and educational content. This app has brought storytelling into every corner of my life β it's incredible. This app has helped me achieve my reading goals and explore new genres effortlessly. The basic audio filters are a game-changer. Adjusting playback speed is a breeze. The audio filters make a noticeable difference. ListenBook provides an excellent listening experience.
Moon Laser
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Solo Kill
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Audiobooks have made long flights feel like a breeze β a true travel essential. Adjustable playback speed is a brilliant feature. It adds a layer of customization to my audiobook enjoyment. The app's compatibility with CarPlay has made my road trips so much more enjoyable. Noise reduction and voice tone adjustment are simply amazing.
Feral Filly
Gone are the days of waiting for the right time to read β this app is always ready. Library organization and book groups make managing my audiobook collection a breeze.
Delicious
This app has rekindled my passion for storytelling in the most convenient way. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature elevates my listening experience, allowing me to focus on the content. Drag and drop downloads are genius. It simplifies the entire process. Easy sharing with friends via AirDrop. Very convenient. Decent audiobook but I think I would have enjoyed reading it more. Some of the more subtle humor didn't quite land in the audio format.
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Crash Test
ListenBook's focus on quality and user experience has made it my go-to app for audiobooks and educational content. Audiobooks have become a source of inspiration and motivation, thanks to this app. The auto-rewind feature is a thoughtful addition that enhances my listening journey. I appreciate it! ListenBook has streamlined my audiobook experience. It's a must-have app for enthusiasts. Auto-rewind is a very handy feature. Excellent app.
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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