Book description
Dreams, schemes and opportunity as space opens for tourism and commerce.Twentieth century space exploration may have belonged to state-funded giants such as NASA, but there is a parallel history which has set the template for the future.Even before Apollo 11 landed on the Moon, private companies were exploiting space via communication satellites - a sector that is seeing exponential growth in the internet age. In human spaceflight, too, commercialisation is making itself felt. Billionaire entrepreneurs Elon Musk, Jeff Bezos and Richard Branson have long trumpeted plans to make space travel a possibility for ordinary people and those ideas are inching ever closer to reality. At the same time, other companies plan to mine the Moon for helium-3, or asteroids for precious metals.Science writer Andrew May takes an entertaining, in-depth look at the triumphs and heroic failures of our quixotic quest to commercialise the final frontier.
Sky
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Show Off
ListenBook's dedication to delivering high-quality sound and user-friendly features has won me over. My audiobook collection has never been more organized. Library management is a breeze. I love the ability to customize the skip buttons. It’s so convenient.
Goldman
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Mauve Cactus
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Delirious Supernova
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SmartieQuest
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Bazooka Har-de-har
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Renegade Slugger
I've been able to explore different cultures and perspectives through a diverse range of books. ListenBook's sharing options make it easy for me to connect with fellow audiobook enthusiasts.
Third Moon
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New Cycle
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Cool Iris
User-friendly brilliance! This app's functionality enhances my audiobook experience. The ability to download audiobooks directly is fantastic. ListenBook is very convenient. This audiobook spoiled me for others! The narrator's professional delivery set a high bar - perfect diction, ideal pacing, and emotional authenticity. The recording quality was equally impressive with no distracting artifacts. I finished it far too quickly because I couldn't stop listening.
Vermilion
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WonderWords
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Joker's Grin
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3D Waffle
Thanks to ListenBook, downloading audiobooks is a hassle-free process, regardless of the source. Noise reduction on ListenBook Pro is a revelation. It enhances the audio quality and makes listening comfortable. Has every feature I need. My top choice for audiobooks! I love the chapter navigation feature. ListenBook makes it easy to find specific sections.
Prof. Smirk
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Nutmeg
The compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch sets ListenBook apart from the rest. Thanks to ListenBook's binaural audio processing, my extended listening sessions are fatigue-free.
Scrapple
Audiobooks on this app have made studying and learning a more enjoyable process. As an audiobook enthusiast, this app is a dream come true. Its compatibility with various formats and easy navigation make it my ultimate reading companion. 🌟🎧 ListenBook's versatility with various audio formats means I can enjoy audiobooks from multiple sources effortlessly.
Nickname Master
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S’more Vixen
Audiobook enjoyment without the hassle – this app's design is a win. Simplifying audiobook management – this app's functionality is a true asset. The app's interface is so sleek and modern. It's a joy to use. The sleep timer is a lifesaver. I fall asleep listening to my books every night. ListenBook is the best audiobook player I’ve ever used. The app is packed with features like customizable skip intervals, playback speed, and sleep timers. The interface is clean and easy to navigate, making it a joy to use. Five stars!
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