Book description
Discover the secret method used to build the world...For millennia, humans have used one simple method to solve problems. Whether it's planting crops, building skyscrapers, developing photographs, or designing the first microchip, all creators follow the same steps to engineer progress. But this powerful method, the "engineering method", is an all but hidden process that few of us have heard of--let alone understand--but that influences every aspect of our lives.Bill Hammack, a Carl Sagan award-winning professor of engineering and viral "The Engineer Guy" on Youtube, has a lifelong passion for the things we make, and how we make them. Now, for the first time, he reveals the invisible method behind every invention and takes us on a whirlwind tour of how humans built the world we know today. From the grand stone arches of medieval cathedrals to the mundane modern soda can, Hammack explains the golden rule of thumb that underlies every new building technique, every technological advancement, and every creative solution that leads us one step closer to a better, more functional world. Spanning centuries and cultures, Hammack offers a fascinating perspective on how humans engineer solutions in a world full of problems.A book unlike any other, The Things We Make is a captivating examination of the method that keeps pushing humanity forward, a spotlight on the achievements of the past, and a celebration of the potential of our future that will change the way we see the world around us.
Snowflake Pixie
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Slow Trot
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Flash Protein
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Lady Katniss
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Romance Guppy
π Who needs TV when you have this app? Every moment is a storytelling session! πΊπ§ Book groups are a thoughtful addition. They help me keep related titles together for a seamless experience.
Don Stab
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Killah Goose
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CuriousCraft
The ease of downloading content via WiFi, WebDAV, and more has made ListenBook my audiobook hub. ππ Reigniting my passion for books β this app is my newfound reading obsession! π₯π§ Good but not great. The narration was competent but lacked the extra spark that makes some audiobooks truly special. Still worth a listen though.
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Free Ham
With ListenBook, I can now listen to my favorite audiobooks and speeches with the utmost comfort and convenience. With ListenBook, I can listen to my favorite audiobooks and speeches with the utmost comfort and convenience. Streamlined audiobook integration β this app's usability is impressive. Savoring audiobooks without complications β this app's design is commendable. ListenBook has become my trusted companion for literary adventures. The app's features are exceptional.
CZR
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Shady Prairie
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Mr. Gadget
I've discovered authors I'd never heard of before, and now they're among my favorites. With this app, audiobook listening has become a seamless and enjoyable part of my everyday life. The app's performance is beyond impressive. It's like it's tailor-made for my device. ListenBookβs interface is clean and intuitive. Itβs a joy to use.
Beetle King
This app has introduced me to authors I'd never heard of β now they're my favorites! The extensive statistics feature on ListenBook helps me track my audiobook consumption habits β so cool! ListenBook's noise reduction feature in the Pro version is a game-changer. I can now focus on the story even in noisy environments.
Mosquit-No
πΌ Juggling tasks while exploring narratives β this app is my multitasking hero! π»π ListenBook is fantastic! Supports every audiobook format I have. Super convenient!
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