Book description
Songs, barks, roars, hoots, squeals, and growls: exploring the mysteries of how animals communicate by soundWhat is the meaning of a bird's song, a baboon's bark, an owl's hoot, or a dolphin's clicks? In The Voices of Nature, Nicolas Mathevon explores the mysteries of animal sound. Putting readers in the middle of animal soundscapes that range from the steamy heat of the Amazon jungle to the icy terrain of the Arctic, Mathevon reveals the amazing variety of animal vocalizations. He describes how animals use sound to express emotion, to choose a mate, to trick others, to mark their territory, to call for help, and much more. What may seem like random chirps, squawks, and cries are actually signals that, like our human words, allow animals to carry on conversations with others.Mathevon explains how the science of bioacoustics works to decipher the ways animals make and hear sounds, what information is encoded in these sound signals, and what this information is used for in daily life. Drawing on these findings as well as observations in the wild, Mathevon describes, among many other things, how animals communicate with their offspring, how they exchange information despite ambient noise, how sound travels underwater, how birds and mammals learn to vocalize, and even how animals express emotion though sound. Finally, Mathevon asks if these vocalizations, complex and expressive as they are, amount to language.For readers who have wondered about the meaning behind a robin's song or cicadas' relentless "tchik-tchik-tchik," this book offers a listening guide for the endlessly varied concert of nature.
Airport Hobo
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Shy Warrior
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Manly
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xFRST
Tone adjustment is a thoughtful addition that adds a personal touch to the audiobook narration. It's like having a narrator tailor their voice to my preferences. I love the auto-bookmark feature. It saves my place automatically. An average audiobook experience. Nothing was wrong with it—the narration was fine, and the story was okay—but nothing particularly stood out. It served its purpose as entertainment during my commute. An acceptable audiobook that met basic expectations. No complaints about quality but nothing remarkable either. Would listen to this narrator again but wouldn't seek them out.
VenusXX
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Roadblock
If you love stories but have a busy schedule, this app is your solution! 🎉 This app is a testament to thoughtful design – its functionality seamlessly blends with my lifestyle, making reading effortless. 📚✨ ListenBook's interface is so intuitive. I was up and running in no time. I'm impressed with the wide range of supported formats. Finally, an app that plays all my audiobooks flawlessly. Makes listening to audiobooks so easy and enjoyable. Thank you, ListenBook!
Metal Lady
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WanderWord
Audiobook multitasking made simple – this app's design is a game-changer. The library organization feature is a blessing. My audiobooks are finally organized and easy to find.
Nueva Nova
Looping playback helps me focus on challenging content and grasp complex concepts. A study must-have! I love the ability to share my progress with friends. It’s a fun feature. A middle-of-the-road audiobook that neither impressed nor disappointed. The narrator's voice was agreeable enough for extended listening, though their character differentiation could have been stronger. The production met basic industry standards without any standout qualities.
Demo Zero
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Old Regret
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New Magoo
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Glyph
Sharing audiobooks through AirDrop is a thoughtful and enjoyable way to share my favorite stories with friends and introduce them to new worlds of literature. Binaural audio reduces listening fatigue. Such a great feature!
AirportHobo XD
This app has turned even my mundane tasks into exciting learning opportunities. Audiobook enjoyment redefined – this app's design focuses on the essentials. The sleep timer is a lifesaver. I fall asleep listening to my books every night. The app is so reliable. I’ve never had any issues with it.
WanderWord
The sheer variety of genres available ensures there's something for everyone. ListenBook's dedication to delivering high-quality sound and user-friendly features has won me over. This app has given me the joy of reading even when my hands are full. I love how this app brings stories to life, even during my morning jogs. ListenBook's library organization keeps my audiobooks neat and accessible. A true organizational lifesaver!
Freeze Queen
Background play feature lets me multitask while enjoying a book – brilliant! Audiobooks on this app have become my go-to entertainment for winding down.
DARK HQ
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Spit Turanga
This app's sleek design and effortless controls have made audiobook listening an immersive experience. The audio filters make a noticeable difference. ListenBook provides an excellent listening experience. The app is perfect for multitaskers. I can listen while working out. The app is perfect for people who love to multitask. I can listen while cooking.
Miss Murder
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Sapiens
ListenBook's library organization features have transformed my chaotic audiobook collection into an organized masterpiece. ListenBook's support for CarPlay and Apple Watch integration has made my daily activities more seamless and convenient. I love the car mode. It’s so convenient for listening while driving.
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