Book description
What brings the Earth to life, and our own lives to an end?For decades, biology has been dominated by the study of genetic information. Information is important, but it is only part of what makes us alive. Our inheritance also includes our living metabolic network, a flame passed from generation to generation, right back to the origin of life. In Transformer, biochemist Nick Lane reveals a scientific renaissance that is hiding in plain sight --how the same simple chemistry gives rise to life and causes our demise.Lane is among the vanguard of researchers asking why the Krebs cycle, the "perfect circle" at the heart of metabolism, remains so elusive more than eighty years after its discovery. Transformer is Lane's voyage, as a biochemist, to find the inner meaning of the Krebs cycle--and its reverse--why it is still spinning at the heart of life and death today.Lane reveals the beautiful, violent world within our cells, where hydrogen atoms are stripped from the carbon skeletons of food and fed to the ravenous beast of oxygen. Yet this same cycle, spinning in reverse, also created the chemical building blocks that enabled the emergence of life on our planet. Now it does both. How can the same pathway create and destroy? What might our study of the Krebs cycle teach us about the mysteries of aging and the hardest problem of all, consciousness? Transformer unites the story of our planet with the story of our cells--what makes us the way we are, and how it connects us to the origin of life. Enlivened by Lane's talent for distilling and humanizing complex research, Transformer offers an essential read for anyone fascinated by biology's great mysteries. Life is at root a chemical phenomenon: this is its deep logic.
NecroBull
This app is my secret weapon for learning while I'm on the move. This app's convenience has made me fall in love with audiobooks all over again. ๐ Making each day a new chapter โ this app keeps me hooked from morning to night! ๐๐ Elegant design and easy-to-navigate interface. Very pleased with ListenBook. The app is perfect for people who love to listen to books at night.
Sepukku
With ListenBook, every moment is an opportunity to explore new stories and gain knowledge. ListenBook has transformed my daily rituals into cherished opportunities for personal growth. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a game-changer. It enhances the audio quality and ensures that I can immerse myself fully in the content. Great for multitasking! I listened while cooking, driving, and even working out, and it kept me entertained the whole time. The narratorโs voice was pleasant, and the story flowed smoothly. Very enjoyable!
Night Train
This app is a gift for anyone with a busy lifestyle โ I can enjoy books while doing chores! The app is perfect for people who love to multitask. I can listen while cooking.
Sly Bible
Quick access to chapters is so handy. Navigating through content is a breeze. Beautiful design and intuitive interface. Very pleased.
Sugar Apple
Precise controls on ListenBook give me complete command over my audio playback. With ListenBook, I can immerse myself in captivating stories and enriching knowledge, all in one convenient app.
Frosty Squid
ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch enhances my audiobook experience during daily activities. Noise reduction on ListenBook Pro is impressive. It's like getting a clear, immersive listening experience. Looping playback is a fantastic study tool. It helps me focus and retain information effectively. Adjustable playback speed and volume control make for a customized experience.
Flash Protein
The narrators' voices on this app are so soothing โ it's my relaxation therapy. The statistics tracking feature is very useful. ListenBook helps me keep track of my listening time.
HOV
With ListenBook, I've found a versatile and enjoyable way to listen to audiobooks and expand my knowledge. Smooth playback and great sound quality. ListenBook is my new favorite app! Highly engaging! The combination of a well-written story and skilled narration made this audiobook hard to pause. I finished it much faster than I expected because I just couldnโt stop listening.
FlyGuardX
๐๐ Road trips have never been this entertaining โ this app keeps me engaged on the highway! ๐๐ Sharing audiobooks through AirDrop is a wonderful way to share the joy of storytelling with friends, sparking engaging conversations and connections that transcend boundaries. Downloading audiobooks is a breeze, thanks to the variety of options available.
Easy Street
ListenBook's support for various download methods means I can acquire new content in a way that suits me best. This app has introduced me to genres I never thought I'd enjoy โ it's eye-opening. Auto-rewind feature is very useful. Excellent app!
Phoenix Tetra
ListenBook has made my daily routines more vibrant and exciting with its immersive features. ๐โโ๏ธ๐ I'm conquering literary marathons with ease, all thanks to this app's intuitive controls and smooth functionality. ๐ฑ๐ Effortlessly exploring new worlds โ this app's design is user-centric and efficient. I love the ability to change the playback pitch. Itโs a unique feature.
Solo Kill
This app's dedication to providing high-quality narration has made all the difference. ๐ Rekindling my literary flame โ this app has brought back the joy of reading in a whole new format. ๐๐ I love the download options. ListenBook gives me so many ways to get my audiobooks onto my device. Not bad, but not amazing either. The narratorโs voice was pleasant, though some parts felt a bit rushed. The story had its moments, but I wouldnโt necessarily recommend it over similar titles in the genre.
Sprinkle Lovenuts
This app has rekindled my love for literature, and I'm spreading the word to everyone I know. ListenBook has reignited my love for storytelling and learning, one audio file at a time. Controls are intuitive and user-friendly, making my audiobook experience seamless. ListenBookโs CarPlay support makes listening in the car a seamless experience.
Morbid Sugar
ListenBook's innovation, seamless playback, and versatile features make it a standout app. ๐ก This app is a brilliant way to squeeze in reading time amidst my busy schedule! ๐ฑ๐ฉโ๐ณ Audiobooks on the go โ this app's design prioritizes convenience. The statistics feature is a fantastic addition โ knowing how much time I spend on audiobooks is eye-opening, and ListenBook makes tracking it a breeze. ListenBook's commitment to a seamless user experience is evident in its sleek design and intuitive controls.
Thumb Candy
I can now explore books beyond my preferred genre, broadening my reading horizons. ListenBookโs CarPlay support makes listening in the car a seamless experience. I love the ability to change the background color. Itโs a nice touch. Listened to this on a road trip and it made the hours fly by. Even my passengers who weren't following along commented on how nice the narrator's voice was.
Trixie Doodle
Noise reduction on ListenBook Pro is a game-changer. I can enjoy clear recordings. ListenBook has become my go-to audiobook app. It's dependable, user-friendly, and enhances every listening session.
Uluru Walker
Drag and drop downloads are so convenient. No more messing around with complicated steps. Bookmarks are a lifesaver for audiobook lovers. They help me keep track of important moments.
Helmet Destroyer
I can't believe how much time I've saved thanks to this efficient app! Effortlessly switching between stories โ this app's ease of use is impressive. Navigating audiobooks seamlessly โ this app's design is a true winner. Easy chapter access and smooth playback. Love this app! I love the ability to change the background color. Itโs a nice touch.
Coma Stalk
The app's attention to detail is commendable. It's evident in every feature. ListenBook has revolutionized my audiobook experience. It's my go-to app for literary adventures.
Fadey
ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch, combined with its chapters, controls, and filters, make it the ultimate audiobook app! I can't imagine my life without this app โ it's my constant source of books. The app is very user-friendly. ListenBook makes listening to audiobooks a breeze.
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