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.
Wooden Man
I love that I can switch between devices seamlessly and continue where I left off. Audiobooks have transformed my daily walks into a time of inspiration and learning. The basic audio filters are a game-changer. Adjusting playback speed is a breeze.
Hitch Frenzy
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Silver Agent
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CommandX
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Trouble Mittens
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Deano
Chapters make it so easy to pick up where I left off. No more hunting around. It was fine. The narrator did an adequate job but nothing about the performance particularly stood out to me. Got me through my commute though.
Twinkle Cutlass
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Cardinal Rebel
This app's compatibility with different formats has made my audiobook collection diverse and enjoyable. Tone adjustment is such a unique feature. It's like customizing the narrator's voice.
Apex
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Pogue
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NeoGermal
This app's intuitive controls and user-friendly layout have made audiobook listening a true pleasure. The bookmark feature is fantastic. I can easily pick up where I left off. The app never crashes. Itβs reliable and stable.
Stealth
ListenBook's dedication to delivering high-quality sound and user-friendly features has won me over. πΆ Swapping background music for the soothing voices of narrators β audiobooks have become my soundtrack for daily life. π΅π Audiobook multitasking simplified β this app's functionality is truly commendable. The audio filters make a noticeable difference. ListenBook provides an excellent listening experience.
Third Moon
This app's compatibility with different formats ensures that I never miss out on a great audiobook. I'm hooked on this app's ability to make every moment a reading moment.
CosPlatoon
I'm amazed at how this app has made my daily routines more enjoyable and intellectually stimulating. ListenBook's audio filters have given me the power to tailor my listening experience to my preferences. ListenBook has completely elevated my audiobook experience. It's an integral part of my daily routine.
Cereal Killer
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Whip Chu
ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a fantastic addition that enhances my audio experience. ππ Falling asleep to audiobooks has never been easier β this app's soothing voices π΄π§ π§ββοΈ Finding zen through storytelling β this app makes meditation even more calming. π§ββοΈπ§ Simplifying my reading routine β this app's ease of use is remarkable.
Upper D3ckR
I love how this app's chapters, bookmarks, and controls give me full control over my audiobook journey. This app is a gift for book lovers who struggle to find reading time. Navigating my audiobook library is a breeze β thank you, app developers!
BuzzMouse
Audiobooks have turned road trips into unforgettable journeys of imagination. The ability to switch between different books effortlessly is a major plus. The fact that ListenBook supports a wide range of formats without DRM protection is a huge win. π Rekindling my literary flame β this app has brought back the joy of reading in a whole new format. ππ ListenBook Pro's unlimited audiobook length feature is fantastic.
BearDrift
ListenBook has made managing and enjoying audiobooks a seamless and delightful experience. The app's performance is top-notch. It's stable, responsive, and optimized for a seamless audiobook experience. Kudos to the developers!
NoiseFire
I've become a more empathetic listener thanks to the emotional depth of audiobooks. No more straining my eyes to read β now I can simply immerse myself in storytelling. I'm amazed by ListenBook's smooth drag-and-drop downloads in my web browser β a time-saver! ListenBook's integration of artwork and metadata adds a visually appealing touch to my library.
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