Book description
'[Somerville's] infectious enthusiasm and wry humour infuse his journey from the Isle of Lewis to southern England, revealing our rich geological history with vibrant local and natural history.' - Observer'An illuminating take on the British landscape ... a remarkable achievement. ' - Tom Chesshyre'A meticulous exploration of the ground beneath our feet. Glorious.' Katherine Norbury'Somerville is a walker's writer.' Nicholas Crane'His writing is utterly enticing.' Country WalkingTravelling a thousand miles and across three billion years, Christopher Somerville (walking correspondent of The Times and author of Coast, The January Man and Ships of Heaven) sets out to interrogate the land beneath our feet, and how it has affected every aspect of human history from farming to house construction, the Industrial Revolution to the current climate crisis.In his thousand-mile journey, Somerville follows the story of Britain's unique geology, travelling from the three billion year old rocks of the Isle of Lewis, formed when the world was still molten, down the map south eastwards across bogs, over peaks and past quarry pits to the furthest corner of Essex where new land is being formed by nature and man.Demystifying the sometimes daunting technicalities of geology with humour and a characteristic lightness of touch, Somerville's book tells a story of humanity's reckless exploitation and a lemming-like surge towards self-annihilation but also shows seeds of hope as we learn how we might work with geology to avert a climate catastrophe.It cannot fail to change the way you see the world beyond your door.
Vortex
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Kinged
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MysticMingle
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Spoiler
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Mr. 44
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Juno Cream
Automatic artwork and metadata extraction keep my audiobook library organized and visually appealing. Sharing audiobooks through AirDrop is a delightful way to share the joy of storytelling with friends and family. It fosters connections and conversations.
Sun Leo
Language courses on audiobooks helped me pick up a new language effortlessly. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a game-changer. My audio quality has improved dramatically. I love the statistics feature. It’s fun to see how much I’ve listened. The sound quality is excellent. It feels like I’m in the story.
Apex
The diverse range of narrators adds a new layer of depth to each story. I'm amazed at how this app seamlessly integrates into my life, enhancing every moment with stories. 🎉 Rekindling my love for reading – this app has reintroduced me to the joy of books in a whole new way. 📚🔥 Decent audiobook but I think I would have enjoyed reading it more. Some of the more subtle humor didn't quite land in the audio format.
Skittle Mine
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Sexy
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Short Firecracker
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Mental Prophet
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I can't imagine my life without this app – it has made audiobook enjoyment effortless and convenient. No need to convert files anymore – ListenBook's seamless playback of various formats is a game-changer for audiobook enthusiasts like me! ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature enhances the audio quality to an impressive degree.
Bad Bunny
Changing the tone of the sound on ListenBook is a fun feature that adds a unique touch to my audiobook experience. Looping playback is a study aid sent from heaven. It's helping me ace my exams! Sharing audiobooks through AirDrop is a fun and convenient way to share the magic of storytelling with friends and family, sparking meaningful discussions. ListenBook’s support for CarPlay and Apple Watch is fantastic. I can listen anywhere.
Chuckles
The app's design is sleek and modern – it's a pleasure to navigate. This app has made me realize that there's always time for a good book. 📚 Who needs TV when you have this app? Every moment is a storytelling session! 📺🎧 🎙️ The app's functionality is a true work of art – it enhances the audiobook experience and brings stories to life. 📚🎨
57 Pixels
This app's convenience has turned me into an avid audiobook listener. ListenBook’s playback is smooth and reliable. I never have issues with audio quality.
LocKz
Book groups are a thoughtful addition. It's like having virtual bookshelves! Noise reduction on ListenBook Pro is a game-changer. I can enjoy clear recordings.
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