Book description
For millennia, the silk roads have been the arteries of international trade. Today, these ancient routes still play a key role. Over the ages, the passages across the region have shifted and evolved due to changing political circumstances, environmental forces, and the prevalence of deadly illness. Despite this, the ceaseless flow of goods and culture between East and West has continued unabated.Taking us back to the origins of these enduring networks, Geordie Torr describes the beginnings of early trade, the ancient cultures that breathed life into these routes, and the mighty dynasties which rose to exert control before fading into the sands of time. The trade that took place along these roads led to exchanges in art, culture, and technology; as the delicate silks woven by the Chinese and Indians arrived in Europe, so wool, gold, and silverware travelled back to the Orient, while innovations in sea travel allowed the maritime routes to thrive.The stories of the first intrepid travellers who left behind the safety of their homelands to risk their lives in alien lands are scattered throughout the pages and highlight the basic human compulsion to explore.Featuring stunning photography that celebrates the natural beauty of the routes alongside artworks illustrating the incredible skill of craftsmen through the ages, The Silk Roads distils thousands of years of history into an accessible and fascinating tale.
Whistler
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Spunky Comet
Background play feature lets me multitask while enjoying a book – brilliant! With this app, I'm rediscovering the joy of reading in the most convenient way. Audiobook enjoyment without the hassle – this app's design is a win. Audiobook pleasure simplified – this app's functionality is a reader's delight.
Flash
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Pockets
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180
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Willow Dragon
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InsightInkwell
ListenBook has turned my ordinary moments into extraordinary adventures through stories. Noise reduction on ListenBook Pro is a game-changer. I can enjoy clear recordings. Automated artwork and metadata retrieval add a professional touch to my audiobook library.
Street Jolly
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Atomic Blastoid
Now I can enjoy my favorite books anytime, even during workouts. I love how ListenBook extracts artwork and metadata from audio files, adding a visual touch to my listening experience. Audiobook listening has never been this easy and convenient – it's like having a personal narrator. I love how customizable the playback speed is. It makes listening so much more enjoyable.
Canine Hannibal
The app's compatibility with various devices ensures I never miss a moment of my book. Chapters make it so easy to pick up where I left off. No more hunting around. The app's compatibility with CarPlay is a fantastic bonus. It keeps me entertained during long drives. The app is so well-designed. It’s clear the developers put a lot of thought into it. 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!
Neophyte Believer
The 'Continue Listening' feature ensures I never lose my place, no matter where I am. I love how ListenBook caters to various formats, making it versatile and accommodating for all my audiobooks. The convenience of having a library at my fingertips is unparalleled. This app's compatibility with various formats ensures that I can enjoy my audiobooks hassle-free. ListenBook's loop and shuffle playback features have become indispensable tools in my audiobook learning.
Good-lookin’
Kudos to the developers for crafting an app that understands readers' needs. The smooth playback and sleek design are pure perfection. 📚👏 CUE playlist support is a fantastic organizational feature. It keeps my audiobooks neatly arranged.
Sylvester Eye
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RightN0w2
This app has turned my daily routine into a source of excitement and joy. ListenBook's dedication to delivering a high-quality playback experience sets it apart from other apps.
AirportHobo XD
ListenBook's support for chapters and bookmarks ensures that I never lose my place in a story. Navigating audiobooks seamlessly – this app's design is top-notch. Audiobook multitasking simplified – this app's functionality is a triumph. Sharing audiobooks through AirDrop is a delightful way to share the joy of storytelling with friends and family. It fosters connections and conversations. The ability to play various audio formats without conversion is amazing. ListenBook is top-notch.
Low Menace
I can't imagine my daily activities without this app – it's my go-to for staying informed and entertained. I’ve tried many audiobook players, and this one is by far the best. I love the ability to share my progress with friends. It’s a fun feature. Highly engaging! The combination of a well-written story and skilled narration made this audiobook hard to pause. I finished it much faster than I expected because I just couldn’t stop listening. Not the best audiobook I've heard but far from the worst. The production quality was good and there were no major issues with the narration.
Grave Scuttlebutt
This app's convenience has turned my exercise sessions into enlightening moments. What a delightful listening experience! The narrator's timing was impeccable, knowing exactly when to pause for effect or let the words flow. Their character voices were distinct yet natural - no over-the-top accents or distracting vocal tics. The audio quality was consistently excellent.
Orange Teflon
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Winter Bite
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Blue Despair
Audiobooks on this app have made my morning rituals something to look forward to. Who knew that commuting could become such an enjoyable reading session?
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