Book description
Runner-up, 2024 Columbia University Press Distinguished Book AwardAtoms are unfathomably tiny. It takes fifteen million trillion of them to make up a single poppy seed—give or take a few billion. And there’s hardly anything to them: atoms are more than 99.9999999999 percent empty space. Yet scientists have learned to count these slivers of near nothingness with precision and to peer into their internal states. In looking so closely, we have learned that atoms, because of their inimitable signatures and imperturbable internal clocks, are little archives holding the secrets of the past.David J. Helfand reconstructs the history of the universe—back to its first microsecond 13.8 billion years ago—with the help of atoms. He shows how, by using detectors and reactors, microscopes and telescopes, we can decode the tales these infinitesimal particles tell, answering questions such as: Is a medieval illustrated prayer book real or forged? How did maize cultivation spread from the highlands of central Mexico to New England? What was Earth’s climate like before humans emerged? Where can we find clues to identify the culprit in the demise of the dinosaurs? When did our planet and solar system form? Can we trace the births of atoms in the cores of massive stars or even glimpse the origins of the universe itself?A lively and inviting introduction to the building blocks of everything we know, The Universal Timekeepers demonstrates the power of science to unveil the mysteries of unreachably remote times and places.
Purity Catnip
CUE playlist support is a thoughtful feature that keeps my audiobook listening organized and enjoyable. The app is so easy to use. I was up and running in minutes.
Knock Out Star
The app's compatibility with various devices ensures I never miss a moment of my book. I'm constantly amazed by the variety of genres – there's something for everyone. Playback speed and volume controls are fantastic. ListenBook’s support for CarPlay is great. I can listen to audiobooks in my car easily.
Turnip King
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Dallas Foxface
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StorySculptor
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Berlin Kamikaze
This app's library is a treasure trove – I'm always discovering new favorites. Looping playback is an invaluable tool for my study sessions. It helps me grasp complex concepts.
Venom Petunia
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Breadmaker
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Woo Woo
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Sun Runner
Noise reduction on ListenBook enhances the clarity of dictaphone recordings, allowing me to enjoy content even in noisy environments. The narrators on this app are truly talented – they bring characters to life.
Willow Dragon
ListenBook's audiobook player is a true workhorse – chapters, controls, and filters are all seamlessly integrated. The interface is sleek and modern. It’s a joy to use.
Granola
This app is a book lover's dream come true – a vast library right at your fingertips. Chapters make navigation a breeze. I can easily pick up where I left off.
Texas Butterfly
With this app, I've discovered a new way to make my downtime more enriching and meaningful. ListenBook's sharing options make it easy to introduce others to the joys of audiobook storytelling.
DreamDiver
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Dark Matter
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Vicious Street
Book groups help me keep series together and navigate my collection more efficiently. A great feature! ListenBook has transformed how I enjoy audiobooks. It's an indispensable part of my routine. ListenBook has redefined my audiobook experience. It's an essential tool that enhances every listening session. No more interruptions – the auto-rewind feature is a genius solution for seamless listening.
Killer Merlot
ListenBook's dedication to delivering top-notch audio quality is evident in every detail. ListenBook Pro's tone adjustment feature is a fascinating way to add a personal touch to my audiobook journey. Book groups feature keeps series and related titles together. Neat and tidy! Downloading audio from network devices is a brilliant feature. It's incredibly convenient.
X-Dew
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Dredd
The app's design is sleek and modern – it's a pleasure to navigate. I love how this app allows me to enjoy books even when I'm on the move. With this app, audiobook listening has become an integral part of my daily routines – it's a game-changer. Audiobook multitasking made simple – this app's design is a game-changer.
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