Book description
In the winter of 1417, a short, genial, cannily alert man in his late thirties plucked a very old manuscript off a dusty shelf in a remote monastery, saw with excitement what he had discovered, and ordered that it be copied. He was Poggio Bracciolini, the greatest book hunter of the Renaissance. His discovery, Lucretius' ancient poem On the Nature of Things, had been almost entirely lost to history for more than a thousand years. It was a beautiful poem of the most dangerous ideas: that the universe functions without the aid of gods, that religious fear is damaging to human life, that pleasure and virtue are not opposites but intertwined, and that matter is made up of very small material particles in eternal motion, randomly colliding and swerving in new directions. Its return to circulation changed the course of history. The poem's vision would shape the thought of Galileo and Freud, Darwin and Einstein, and--in the hands of Thomas Jefferson--leave its trace on the Declaration of Independence. From the gardens of the ancient philosophers to the dark chambers of monastic scriptoria during the Middle Ages to the cynical, competitive court of a corrupt and dangerous pope, Greenblatt brings Poggio's search and discovery to life in a way that deepens our understanding of the world we live in now. "An intellectually invigorating, nonfiction version of a Dan Brown-like mystery-in-the-archives thriller." --Boston Globe
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Moon Radar
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InsightfulInk
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Moonflower
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PixelPioneer
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Sugar Apple
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Firecracker
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Bombay Shivers
The fact that ListenBook doesn't just play, but enhances audio quality, is truly remarkable. ListenBook's attention to detail in design and functionality sets it apart from other audiobook apps. 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.
Poppy Coffee
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WanderWord
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RedFisher
The app's performance is beyond impressive. It's like it's tailor-made for my device. ListenBook has breathed new life into my audiobook collection. I can't imagine using anything else.
King Bass
This app's simplicity has made me fall in love with books all over again. I love the ability to change the font size. It makes reading the titles so easy. ListenBook is the best audiobook player Iβve 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!
Fl00d
This app's sleek design and effortless controls have made audiobook listening an immersive experience. The app is so well-designed. Itβs clear the developers put a lot of thought into it.
Junkyard Dog
ListenBook's support for CarPlay and Apple Watch integration ensures that I can enjoy my audiobooks wherever I go. Finally, an app that lets me enjoy my personal audiobooks, lectures, and speeches effortlessly. I'm blown away by ListenBook's ability to play diverse formats flawlessly β it's a game-changer.
Kevlar Wanted
The audio filters on ListenBook enhance the sound quality, making every listening session a treat for my ears. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature enhances my audiobook experience, ensuring I catch every detail. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a fun way to spread the joy. The bookmark feature is fantastic. I can easily pick up where I left off.
Dove Dolce
I've found my new favorite way to relax β cuddled up with an audiobook. As a language enthusiast, this app has been a fantastic tool for learning new languages. The ability to switch between different books effortlessly is a major plus. Automated artwork and metadata extraction keeps my audiobook library visually appealing.
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ListenBook is my daily companion, turning mundane tasks into exciting audio adventures. This app's convenience has made reading a priority in my busy schedule. π Making each day a new chapter β this app keeps me hooked from morning to night! ππ Looping playback is my secret weapon for language learning. It's revolutionized my approach.
Aqua Monsoon
The smart recommendation feature keeps surprising me with books I never knew I'd love. Sharing audiobooks with friends is a fantastic way to introduce them to new stories. This was an adequate audiobook for casual listening. The narrator maintained a consistent pace and clear diction throughout, though their performance lacked some emotional range. The audio quality was fine with no significant technical distractions.
Rooster
The ability to adjust the playback speed has made my commute even more efficient. Being able to customize the listening duration is perfect for quick breaks.
Sleepwalker
Audiobook magic at my fingertips! This app's comprehensive offerings, from statistics tracking to immersive audio processing, have breathed new life into my reading. πβ¨ ListenBook Pro's tone adjustment feature is a unique touch that adds personalization to my audiobook journey. The app's ability to handle various audio formats is impressive. No more file conversions! ListenBook is the best audiobook player Iβve 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