Book description
Roughly half the world's population speaks languages derived from a shared linguistic source known as Proto-Indo-European. But who were the early speakers of this ancient mother tongue, and how did they manage to spread it around the globe? Until now their identity has remained a tantalizing mystery to linguists, archaeologists, and even Nazis seeking the roots of the Aryan race. The Horse, the Wheel, and Language lifts the veil that has long shrouded these original Indo-European speakers, and reveals how their domestication of horses and use of the wheel spread language and transformed civilization. Linking prehistoric archaeological remains with the development of language, David Anthony identifies the prehistoric peoples of central Eurasia's steppe grasslands as the original speakers of Proto-Indo-European, and shows how their innovative use of the ox wagon, horseback riding, and the warrior's chariot turned the Eurasian steppes into a thriving transcontinental corridor of communication, commerce, and cultural exchange. He explains how they spread their traditions and gave rise to important advances in copper mining, warfare, and patron-client political institutions, thereby ushering in an era of vibrant social change. Anthony also describes his fascinating discovery of how the wear from bits on ancient horse teeth reveals the origins of horseback riding. The Horse, the Wheel, and Language solves a puzzle that has vexed scholars for two centuries--the source of the Indo-European languages and English--and recovers a magnificent and influential civilization from the past.
Knuckles
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Twin Blaze
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Free Ham
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Murder Matter
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Unleashed
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CloudFrenzy
CUE playlist support is a fantastic organizational feature. It keeps my audiobooks neatly arranged. Great for listening to lectures and educational content. Very useful!
Classy Dancer
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I can't get enough of this app's convenience and the endless possibilities it offers. I can't believe how much more I'm 'reading' now, thanks to this app.
Black Firefly
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Miss Fix It
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Bliss
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Sir Squire
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Fuzzy Claws
Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop and Sharing on ListenBook Pro is a fantastic way to spread the joy. The app is constantly updated with new features. The developers really care.
Pexxious
Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a great way to spread the joy of reading. I love the variety of themes available. It makes the app feel personalized.
Sw33per
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Little Drunk Girl
The narrator's voice in some audiobooks is so soothing, it's like a spa for the ears. This app has broadened my literary horizons, introducing me to new authors. The audio quality is excellent, and the interface is intuitive. ListenBook is my go-to app for audiobooks. ListenBook has completely changed how I enjoy audiobooks. The app is packed with features like customizable skip intervals, playback speed, and sleep timers. The interface is clean and easy to navigate. Five stars!
Jigsaw
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Lava Nibbler
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Devil Blade
ListenBook Pro's tone adjustment feature is a fascinating way to add a personal touch to my audiobook journey. CarPlay compatibility is a fantastic addition. It enhances my driving experience with seamless audiobook integration. The app is perfect for people who love to listen to books while commuting. Middle-of-the-road experience. The audiobook was fineβgood narration, decent storyβbut it didnβt leave a lasting impression. If youβre looking for something low-commitment, this works.
Dorothy Solitaire
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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