Book description
Winner of The Saroyan International Prize for Writing, the John Burroughs Medal, and the National Outdoor Book Award in Natural History Literature "Brilliant." --The New York Review of Books "Exquisite." --The Huffington Post "Magical." --Minneapolis Star Tribune In a work that beautifully demonstrates the rewards of closely observing nature, Elisabeth Tova Bailey shares an inspiring and intimate story of her encounter with a Neohelix albolabris--a common woodland snail. While an illness keeps her bedridden, Bailey watches a wild snail that has taken up residence on her nightstand. As a result, she discovers the solace and sense of wonder that this mysterious creature brings and comes to a greater understanding of her own place in the world. Intrigued by the snail's molluscan anatomy, cryptic defenses, clear decision making, hydraulic locomotion, and courtship activities, Bailey becomes an astute and amused observer, offering a candid and engaging look into the curious life of this underappreciated small animal. The Sound of a Wild Snail Eating is a remarkable journey of survival and resilience, showing us how a small part of the natural world can illuminate our own human existence, while providing an appreciation of what it means to be fully alive.
Dangle
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Mud Pie Man
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Manly
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Lady Petal
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ByteBard
Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop and Sharing on ListenBook Pro is a brilliant way to connect. ListenBook makes organizing my audiobooks simple. The app is very user-friendly.
WonderWords
I love the auto-rewind feature after interruptions. No more searching for where I left off! The app is so intuitive. I didn’t even need to read the instructions.
MysticMingle
The app's features, like the sleep timer, make it clear that it's designed with readers in mind. Listening to audiobooks with my kids has become a cherished bonding activity. ListenBook's loop and shuffle playback options are essential for my audiobook enjoyment and study. 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.
Manly Reno
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NightDream
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Breadmaker
Audiobooks on this app have made my morning rituals something to look forward to. I can't believe how easily this app has fit into my daily routine. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a game-changer for immersive listening in any environment.
Easy Sweep
This app has transformed my daily walks into exciting literary adventures. I'm impressed with the wide range of supported formats. Finally, an app that plays all my audiobooks flawlessly. Noise reduction and voice tone adjustment enhance the listening experience significantly. A wonderful performance! The narrator captured the mood of the book perfectly, making it easy to visualize each scene. The audio quality was crisp, and the pacing kept me hooked from start to finish. The narrator was good but spoke a bit too slowly for my taste. I had to speed it up to 1.2x which then made some parts sound slightly unnatural.
Snout Pixie
The app's features, like the sleep timer, make it clear that it's designed with readers in mind. With this app, I'm experiencing the joy of reading in a whole new light. Looping playback helps me retain knowledge from audiobooks effectively. It's an invaluable tool. I can’t believe how easy it is to manage my audiobook library with ListenBook. Highly recommended!
BoomerBox
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Cumulo
This app has become my loyal companion during travels and relaxation times. ListenBook Pro offers an unbeatable deal – unlimited audiobook length and noise reduction. I'm blown away by how this app has made my workouts more enjoyable and my mind more active. This app is a game-changer for audiobook lovers! The interface is clean and easy to use.
Versace-Cat
Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop and Sharing on ListenBook Pro is a fantastic way to spread the joy. With ListenBook, I've rediscovered my love for audiobooks. The binaural audio processing is a game-changer for comfortable, fatigue-free listening. The audio filters to adjust playback speed and volume are a fantastic addition for customizing my experience. Adjusting the narrator's voice tone is a fantastic feature. It adds a personal touch. The app is perfect for language learners. The playback speed control is a game-changer.
Mental
No more straining my eyes to read – now I can simply immerse myself in storytelling. Adjusting playback speed has given me greater control over my audiobook experience. I can optimize my learning and enjoyment by customizing the pacing.
Lope Lope
The ListenBook app has made my daily routines more enriching, allowing me to learn while on the go. ListenBook's seamless integration with CarPlay has made my drives more informative. Audiobooks on demand? Yes, please! With this app's diverse format support and easy downloads, my reading routine has reached new heights. 🌟📚 My daily workouts are more enjoyable now, thanks to seamless integration with Apple Watch. This audiobook exceeded all my expectations! The narrator's ability to convey emotion through voice alone was remarkable. I laughed, I gasped, I might have even teared up at points - all because of the incredible vocal performance. The story came alive in a way reading alone couldn't achieve.
Green Ghost
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Chuckles
ListenBook's integration of artwork and metadata adds a visually appealing touch to my library. This app has made 'reading' more versatile and enjoyable than ever. Audiobook heaven! This app's functionality is a dream – simple and efficient. The book groups feature is a thoughtful addition. It helps me keep my series and related titles together.
Gothic Gucci
I've found solace in listening to audiobooks before bed – it's my form of meditation. 🌌 Adding an extra layer of delight to cooking – this app turns meal prep into a culinary adventure with its audiobooks! 🍲📖 Library organization has never been this easy. My audiobook collection is finally tidy. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a fun way to spread the joy. I'm impressed by the extensive statistics feature, allowing me to track my audiobook consumption over time.
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