Book description
One of Garden & Gun's Favorite Books of 2020 A distinguished psychiatrist and avid gardener offers an inspiring and consoling work about the healing effects of gardening and its ability to decrease stress and foster mental well-being in our everyday lives. The garden is often seen as a refuge, a place to forget worldly cares, removed from the "real" life that lies outside. But when we get our hands in the earth we connect with the cycle of life in nature through which destruction and decay are followed by regrowth and renewal. Gardening is one of the quintessential nurturing activities and yet we understand so little about it. The Well-Gardened Mind provides a new perspective on the power of gardening to change people's lives. Here, Sue Stuart-Smith investigates the many ways in which mind and garden can interact and explores how the process of tending a plot can be a way of sustaining an innermost self. Stuart-Smith's own love of gardening developed as she studied to become a psychoanalytic psychotherapist. From her grandfather's return from World War I to Freud's obsession with flowers to case histories with her own patients to progressive gardening programs in such places as Rikers Island prison in New York City, Stuart-Smith weaves thoughtful yet powerful examples to argue that gardening is much more important to our cognition than we think. Recent research is showing how green nature has direct antidepressant effects on humans. Essential and pragmatic, The Well-Gardened Mind is a book for gardeners and the perfect read for people seeking healthier mental lives.
Noh Noh
ListenBook's drag-and-drop download feature streamlines the process of adding new content to my library. I'm impressed by the app's performance β it's stable, fast, and tailored for audiobook enthusiasts. 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.
Honey
I'm amazed at how immersive the experience is β it's like being inside the story. Listening to audiobooks while gardening has made my outdoor time even more relaxing. As an audiobook enthusiast, this app is a dream come true. Its compatibility with various formats and easy navigation make it my ultimate reading companion. ππ§
Thrasher
Changing the tone of the sound on ListenBook Pro is a fun and unique feature I can't get enough of. I'm amazed at how this app's narrators bring characters and stories to life. Gone are the days of fumbling with different formats β this app's comprehensive support ensures I can enjoy any audiobook without a hitch. ππ
Lime
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CZR
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Taz Ringer
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Winter Bite
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Doz
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Ginger Chaos
π Adding excitement to each day β this app ensures that every moment is an opportunity to explore new stories. ππ The app is very easy to use. ListenBook makes managing my audiobook library simple.
CommandX
With this app, I can seamlessly switch between audiobooks and real life. I can't believe how convenient this app has made my reading experience. ListenBook Pro's unlimited audiobook length is a boon for those who enjoy deep dives into lengthy narratives. Noise reduction and voice tone adjustment are simply amazing.
Golden Cougar
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IdeaAlchemy
The layout of ListenBook is so beautiful and user-friendly, making it a pleasure to use. ListenBook has reignited my love for storytelling and learning, one audio file at a time. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a great way to spread the joy of reading.
Duchess
ListenBook's compatibility with playlists and CUE files is a great addition for those who love organized listening. ListenBook's user-friendly interface and intuitive controls make it a joy to navigate through my audiobooks. Looping playback is my secret weapon for language learning. It's revolutionized my approach. Packed with useful features. My favorite audiobook app!
Greek Rifle
π This app is a testament to thoughtful design β its functionality seamlessly blends with my lifestyle, making reading effortless. πβ¨ πββοΈπ I'm conquering literary marathons with ease, all thanks to this app's intuitive controls and smooth functionality. π±π Savoring audiobooks without complications β this app's design is commendable. ListenBook's audio filters have given me the power to tailor my listening experience to my preferences.
Criss Cross
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Drop Stone
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Athens Fire
The app's layout is clean and intuitive, making it a pleasure to navigate. ListenBook's support for various audio formats means I never have to worry about compatibility issues. I'm blown away by the quality of narration on this app β it's like being in the story. ππ This app has rekindled my love for books β I can't stop listening! ππ§ The app is perfect for people who love to listen to books while exercising.
Sweet Bacon
ListenBook's drag-and-drop download feature simplifies the process of adding new audiobooks to my collection. The ability to adjust playback speed is a fantastic study aid. I'm absorbing information faster than ever. ListenBook has completely transformed how I enjoy audiobooks. The chapter navigation is seamless, and the statistics feature is a fun way to track my listening progress. The app is stable, fast, and incredibly user-friendly. Five stars!
Noh Noh
Noise reduction feature is magic. Now I can listen to recordings even in noisy settings. Supports extensive playlists and bookmarks. Very user-friendly. The app is so versatile. It works with all my devices.
Z-Boy
I'm addicted to this app's ability to turn mundane moments into opportunities for intellectual growth. ListenBook's loop and shuffle playback options have made audiobook revisiting and studying a breeze. The appβs design is sleek and modern. ListenBook is my favorite audiobook player.
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