Audiobook The Light Eaters: How the Unseen World of Plant Intelligence Offers a New Understanding of Life on Earth by Zoë Schlanger in the ListenBook app
Want to listen to the audiobook The Light Eaters: How the Unseen World of Plant Intelligence Offers a New Understanding of Life on Earth written by Zoë Schlanger
ListenBook is here to help!
In ListenBook you can listen The Light Eaters: How the Unseen World of Plant Intelligence Offers a New Understanding of Life on Earth and any other audiobooks you download from the internet.
ListenBook is the easiest and most convenient app for listening to audiobooks
in MP3, MP4, OPUS, OGG, FLAC, AWB, M4B, M4A, WMA, AAC formats
on your iPhone, iPod Touch or iPad!
Book description
NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER The New Yorker’s Best Books of 2024 • TIME’s 10 Best Nonfiction Books of 2024 • New York Magazine’s 10 Best Books of the Year • Washington Post’s 50 Notable Works of Nonfiction of 2024 • Smithsonian’s 10 Best Science Books of the Year • A Best Book of the Year: Boston Globe, Scientific American, New York Public Library, Christian Science Monitor, Library Journal, and Publishers Weekly • An Amazon Best Nonfiction Book of the YearLonglisted for the National Book Critics Circle Nonfiction Prize • Finalist for the Los Angeles Times Book Prize • Winner of the National Outdoor Book Award for Natural History“A masterpiece of science writing.” –Robin Wall Kimmerer, author of Braiding Sweetgrass“Mesmerizing, world-expanding, and achingly beautiful.” –Ed Yong, author of An Immense World“Rich, vital, and full of surprises. Read it!” –Elizabeth Kolbert, author of Under a White Sky and The Sixth Extinction Award-winning Atlantic staff writer Zoë Schlanger delivers a groundbreaking work of popular science that probes the hidden world of the plant kingdom, “destabilizing not just how we see the green things of the world but also our place in the hierarchy of beings, and maybe the notion of that hierarchy itself.” (The New Yorker)It takes tremendous biological creativity to be a plant. To survive and thrive while rooted in a single spot, plants have adapted ingenious methods of survival. In recent years, scientists have learned about their ability to communicate, recognize their kin and behave socially, hear sounds, morph their bodies to blend into their surroundings, store useful memories that inform their life cycle, and trick animals into behaving to their benefit, to name just a few remarkable talents.The Light Eaters is a deep immersion into the drama of green life and the complexity of this wild and awe-inspiring world that challenges our very understanding of agency, consciousness, and intelligence. In looking closely, we see that plants, rather than imitate human intelligence, have perhaps formed a parallel system. What is intelligent life if not a vine that grows leaves to blend into the shrub on which it climbs, a flower that shapes its bloom to fit exactly the beak of its pollinator, a pea seedling that can hear water flowing and make its way toward it? Zoë Schlanger takes us across the globe, digging into her own memories and into the soil with the scientists who have spent their waking days studying these amazing entities up close.What can we learn about life on Earth from the living things that thrive, adapt, consume, and accommodate simultaneously? More important, what do we owe these life forms once we come to understand their rich and varied abilities? Examining the latest epiphanies in botanical research, Schlanger spotlights the intellectual struggles among the researchers conceiving a wholly new view of their subject, offering a glimpse of a field in turmoil as plant scientists debate the tenets of ongoing discoveries and how they influence our understanding of what a plant is.We need plants to survive. But what do they need us for—if at all? An eye-opening and informative look at the ecosystem we live in, this book challenges us to rethink the role of plants—and our own place—in the natural world.
About the Author
Zoë Schlanger is a staff writer at the Atlantic, where she covers climate change. She previously covered the environment at Quartz and Newsweek. Her work has appeared in The New York Times, the New York Review of Books, Time, NPR, and elsewhere. Schlanger was the recipient of a 2017 National Association of Science Writers reporting award. She lives in Brooklyn, NY.
ListenBook's configurable auto-rewind after interruptions is a smart addition that keeps me on track. 📱 Carrying my favorite stories with me wherever I go – this app is like a portable library in my pocket. 📚👜 The app's integration with CarPlay enhances my road trips with immersive audiobook journeys.
ListenBook has turned my audio content into an immersive, personalized, and unforgettable experience. 📚 Embracing a new reading habit with this app's seamless accessibility. Say goodbye to boredom! 📱🎉 ListenBook Pro's tone adjustment feature is a playful addition that lets me tweak the audiobook experience.
Finally, an app that values usability – navigating and listening is a breeze! ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature has significantly enhanced my audio quality. The app is perfect for multitasking. I can listen while doing other things.
🧘♀️☕ Unwinding with a cup of tea and a captivating audiobook – relaxation meets intellectual stimulation. 🍵📖 The audiobook player's silky-smooth playback is like music to my ears. Flawless performance!
I'm hooked on this app's ability to transform my ordinary moments into exciting opportunities for learning. Automatic metadata retrieval adds a professional touch to my audiobook collection. ListenBook’s support for CarPlay is great. I can listen to audiobooks in my car easily.
This app has made my commutes and long drives a source of joy and learning. The book groups feature is a thoughtful addition. It helps me keep my series and related titles together. Sharing audiobooks through AirDrop is a great way to spread the joy of storytelling with friends. The app is perfect for long walks. It keeps me company the whole time. The app is so easy to use. I was up and running in minutes.
ListenBook Pro offers amazing value with unlimited audiobook length and noise reduction features. Enhancing my daily routines – this app's design makes listening a joy. Say goodbye to monotony – this app's diverse format support and intuitive controls have turned my daily activities into thrilling audiobook adventures. 📱🔊 Audiobooks on demand? Yes, please! With this app's diverse format support and easy downloads, my reading routine has reached new heights. 🌟📚
I can't get enough of ListenBook's silky-smooth playback and intuitive design. It's my go-to app for both leisurely listening and study sessions. The range of supported formats is impressive. No more converting files! The app's attention to detail is commendable. It's evident in every feature. The playback history is a great feature. I can easily revisit my favorite parts.
I'm amazed at ListenBook's intuitive interface and precise controls – it's a joy to navigate. I can't imagine my audio routine without ListenBook's seamless and user-friendly design. Seamless audiobook integration – this app's functionality is a technological marvel. ListenBook is like a personal audiobook curator, allowing me to enjoy my favorite speeches and lectures with unmatched comfort and convenience.
ListenBook's user-friendly interface and quick access to chapters enhance my overall listening experience. Book groups are a thoughtful addition. They help me keep related titles together for a seamless experience.
This app has made waiting in lines and queues an opportunity for exploration and enjoyment. ⭐️ This app's functionality is a symphony of efficiency – I'm savoring stories with ease, even on the busiest days. 🎶📖 I've recommended this app to all my fellow audiobook enthusiasts. It's a game-changer!
Audiobooks have made long flights feel like a breeze – a true travel essential. The audio filters on ListenBook enhance the sound quality, making every listening session a treat for my ears. ⭐️ A round of applause for an app that prioritizes functionality – I can seamlessly switch between audiobooks and other tasks. 👏🎧 Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a fun way to spread the joy. I'm impressed with the wide range of supported formats. Finally, an app that plays all my audiobooks flawlessly.
This app has made my commutes and long drives a source of joy and learning. ListenBook is like a personal audiobook curator, allowing me to enjoy my favorite speeches and lectures with unmatched comfort and convenience. Elegant design and easy-to-use interface. Very happy with ListenBook.
ListenBook has become an essential part of my routine. It's more than an app – it's a companion. Listening statistics motivate me to read more. Excellent feature! I love how I can adjust the skip intervals. It’s perfect for my listening style. ListenBook is the best audiobook player I’ve ever used. The app is reliable, fast, and packed with features like customizable themes and playback speed. The sleep timer is a lifesaver for bedtime listening. Great job, developers!
With ListenBook, my daily commutes have become a cherished time for learning and enjoyment. Navigating through chapters is a breeze. I can easily jump to the parts I want to listen to. ListenBook has revolutionized my audiobook enjoyment. It's an essential part of my daily routine. Packed with useful features. ListenBook is my favorite audiobook app. The equalizer is a great addition. It really enhances the audio quality.
Audiobooks have made long flights feel like a breeze – a true travel essential. ListenBook's sleek design and easy chapter access make navigation a breeze. ⭐️ Who knew cleaning could be this exciting? This app turns chores into adventures! 🧹🏰 Effortlessly managing my audiobook collection – this app's functionality is a winner. I love the download options. ListenBook gives me so many ways to get my audiobooks onto my device.
I can't get enough of this app's intuitive design and user-friendly interface. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction makes sure that background distractions don't interfere with my listening.
I love how this app seamlessly integrates into my busy schedule, making multitasking a breeze. ListenBook's commitment to a user-friendly interface and intuitive controls is evident in every aspect of the app. ListenBook is the ultimate audiobook player. The app supports all formats, and the import process is seamless. I love the playback history feature—it’s so easy to revisit my favorite parts. Highly recommend this app! A middle-of-the-road audiobook that neither impressed nor disappointed. The narrator's voice was agreeable enough for extended listening, though their character differentiation could have been stronger. The production met basic industry standards without any standout qualities.
ListenBook has made audiobook listening more convenient and enjoyable than ever before. ListenBook Pro's tone adjustment feature is a playful addition that lets me tweak the audiobook experience. CarPlay compatibility is a fantastic addition. It enhances my driving experience with seamless audiobook integration.
ListenBook's dedication to excellence is evident in its well-designed interface, smooth playback, and powerful features. I love how this app's chapters, bookmarks, and controls give me full control over my audiobook journey.
Trusted by over 100,000 users across the globe
What is ListenBook?
Why ListenBook?
How does it work?
1
Download audiobooks from any site in any of the supported formats.
2
Add audiobooks to the app using any of the many download methods available.
3
Listen to audiobooks by controlling playback from your phone, headphones, Apple Watch or CarPlay.
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
App for those who love audiobooks
ListenBook has the features you need no matter what you are listening to
Listening to fiction
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
Listening to audio lectures
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
Every day, thousands of people download ListenBook to listen to audiobooks.
Now it's your turn to listen to audiobooks without distraction!
