Book description
"In this thought-provoking, handsomely illustrated book, Italian neurobiologist Stefano Mancuso considers the fundamental differences between plants and animals and challenges our assumptions about which is the 'higher' form of life." --The Wall Street Journal "Fascinating...full of optimism...this quick, accessible read will appeal to anyone with interest in how plants continue to surprise us." --Library Journal Do plants have intelligence? Do they have memory? Are they better problem solvers than people? The Revolutionary Genius of Plants--a fascinating, paradigm-shifting work that upends everything you thought you knew about plants--makes a compelling scientific case that these and other astonishing ideas are all true. Plants make up eighty percent of the weight of all living things on earth, and yet it is easy to forget that these innocuous, beautiful organisms are responsible for not only the air that lets us survive, but for many of our modern comforts: our medicine, food supply, even our fossil fuels. On the forefront of uncovering the essential truths about plants, world-renowned scientist Stefano Mancuso reveals the surprisingly sophisticated ability of plants to innovate, to remember, and to learn, offering us creative solutions to the most vexing technological and ecological problems that face us today. Despite not having brains or central nervous systems, plants perceive their surroundings with an even greater sensitivity than animals. They efficiently explore and react promptly to potentially damaging external events thanks to their cooperative, shared systems; without any central command centers, they are able to remember prior catastrophic events and to actively adapt to new ones. Every page of The Revolutionary Genius of Plants bubbles over with Stefano Mancuso's infectious love for plants and for the eye-opening research that makes it more and more clear how remarkable our fellow inhabitants on this planet really are. In his hands, complicated science is wonderfully accessible, and he has loaded the book with gorgeous photographs that make for an unforgettable reading experience. The Revolutionary Genius of Plants opens the doors to a new understanding of life on earth.
Dr. WMD
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RetroMirage
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Midnight Rider
ListenBook's commitment to enhancing the audiobook experience is evident in its thoughtful features and design. I can't get over how smooth the playback is. Even high-quality files play flawlessly.
Gr8 Flick
The ability to adjust playback speed and volume is a game-changer for me. Great app for listening to lectures and speeches. Highly useful!
SunnySnap
ListenBook's sleek design and intuitive controls make it my go-to app for audiobooks. ListenBook's customizable audio filters are a game-changer for tailoring my audiobook playback. The compatibility with Apple Watch is a huge plus. I can control my audiobooks from my wrist! Drag and drop downloads are genius. It simplifies the entire process. Noise reduction and voice tone adjustment are simply amazing.
B@d B0y
ListenBook's user-friendly controls and innovative features have made it an essential tool for my audiobook enjoyment. ListenBook has turned my daily routines into audiobook-driven journeys of imagination. ListenBook's support for playlists in the CUE format makes organizing and enjoying audiobook series a delightful experience. Kudos to the developers for making this app iOS 16 optimized. It runs like a dream! Sharing audiobooks through AirDrop is a thoughtful and enjoyable way to share my favorite stories with friends and introduce them to new worlds of literature.
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Snake Eyes
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FireBrang
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Rink Ruler
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Gr8 Flick
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Devil Bread
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Fatsy Bear
The attention to detail is commendable. Artwork and metadata are sorted automatically. The app's versatility in audio downloading is impressive. It's a one-stop solution for all my content.
Canary Apple Red
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Acid Queen
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Seattle Jay
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Miss Mustard
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Energy
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Twitch
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Darth 44
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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