Book description
Science journalist Sally Adee breaks open the field of bioelectricity--the electric currents that run through our bodies and every living thing--its misunderstood history, and why new discoveries will lead to new ways around antibiotic resistance, cleared arteries, and new ways to combat cancer. You may be familiar with the idea of our body's biome: the bacterial fauna that populate our gut and can so profoundly affect our health. In We Are Electric we cross into new scientific understanding: discovering your body's electrome. Every cell in our bodies--bones, skin, nerves, muscle--has a voltage, like a tiny battery. It is the reason our brain can send signals to the rest of our body, how we develop in the womb, and why our body knows to heal itself from injury. When bioelectricity goes awry, illness, deformity, and cancer can result. But if we can control or correct this bioelectricity, the implications for our health are remarkable: an undo switch for cancer that could flip malignant cells back into healthy ones; the ability to regenerate cells, organs, even limbs; to slow aging and so much more. The next scientific frontier might be decrypting the bioelectric code, much the way we did the genetic code. Yet the field is still emerging from two centuries of skepticism and entanglement with medical quackery, all stemming from an 18th-century scientific war about the nature of electricity between Luigi Galvani (father of bioelectricity, famous for shocking frogs) and Alessandro Volta (inventor of the battery). In We Are Electric, award-winning science writer Sally Adee takes readers through the thrilling history of bioelectricity and into the future: from the Victorian medical charlatans claiming to use electricity to cure everything from paralysis to diarrhea, to the advances helped along by the giant axons of squids, and finally to the brain implants and electric drugs that await us--and the moral implications therein. The bioelectric revolution starts here.
Fire Fish
ListenBook's compatibility with multiple downloading methods ensures there's always a way to get my content. ListenBook's chapters, controls, and filters have taken my audiobook journey to new heights. ListenBook has made managing my audiobook collection a breeze. Library organization is top-notch. This audiobook was an absolute pleasure to listen to! The narrator's voice was rich and expressive, perfectly capturing the tone of the material. I found myself completely immersed in the story, often sitting in my car longer than necessary just to hear what happened next. The production quality was excellent with clear audio throughout.
Steel Ginger
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Knuckles
ListenBook's user-friendly interface and powerful features have rekindled my love for audiobooks. The audio filters and precise controls are fantastic! The interface is clean and intuitive. I was up and running in seconds.
Hemingway Mirmillone
This app's convenience and ease of use have transformed my screen time into productive learning sessions. β° Waking up to audiobooks β mornings have never been this magical and inspiring! βοΈπ§ Library organization is brilliant. No more cluttered audiobook collection.
Seattle Jay
Audiobook enthusiasts, rejoice! This app is your new best friend. The features on this app, from bookmarks to playback speed, cater to all preferences. Audiobook heaven! This app has revolutionized the way I enjoy stories. Its sleek design and seamless functionality make it a must-have for book lovers. ππ§ Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a fun way to inspire others to read. ListenBookβs design is sleek and modern. The app is a pleasure to use.
Lucifurious
ListenBook has transformed my listening habits, making them more engaging and enjoyable. I can't believe how much more I'm 'reading' now, thanks to this app. Navigating my audiobook library is a breeze β thank you, app developers! Solid performance, but not outstanding. The narrator did a fine job, though their tone was a bit monotonous at times. The story itself was engaging enough, but I wouldnβt call it unforgettable.
Take Away
Sharing audiobooks through AirDrop is a great way to spread the joy of storytelling with friends. Quick access to chapters and controls makes ListenBook a joy to use. It's a seamless experience. This app has transformed my daily commute into a captivating journey of knowledge and entertainment. I'm impressed by the app's compatibility with CarPlay. It keeps me entertained on long drives.
3P-own
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Divine Quasar
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AlertXis
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Nessie
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Moon Peaches
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Vagabond Warrior
This app has completely transformed my commute β I look forward to it now! Audiobooks have become a source of inspiration and motivation, thanks to this app. As someone who listens to audiobooks daily, I can confidently say ListenBook is the best player out there. The sleep timer and auto-rewind features are lifesavers, and the sound quality is exceptional. Thank you for such a great app!
FireBerry
I've discovered authors I'd never heard of before, and now they're among my favorites. This app is my travel companion β making long journeys enjoyable and insightful. With this app, I've turned mundane chores into exciting opportunities for intellectual growth.
MysticMingle
Thank you for making my reading goals more achievable and enjoyable. ListenBook's chapters, controls, and filters have taken my audiobook journey to new heights. ππ Embarking on literary journeys even with my eyes closed β bedtime stories have taken a new form with this app! π΄π§ Sharing audiobooks through AirDrop is a fun and convenient way to share the magic of storytelling with friends and family, sparking meaningful discussions.
Don Stab
With ListenBook, I can explore new genres, learn new topics, and enjoy classic literature with ease. πΌ Making work hours fly by with captivating stories β a true work-life balance! π»π Adjusting the tone of the voice is a creative feature. It allows for a unique and personalized experience. I love the ability to change the playback speed. Itβs perfect for my needs. As someone who struggles to focus on audiobooks, this kept my attention the whole way through. The narrator's clear diction and expressive delivery were perfect.
Sylvester Eye
πΆπ Setting the mood with stories instead of songs β this app is my go-to playlist! π§π Navigating through my audiobook collection is a breeze β this app's intuitive interface and convenient controls have made my reading journey effortless. π±π Looping playback has made memorization so much easier. I'm acing my exams! ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature has significantly improved the audio quality of my recordings.
Switch
I've discovered authors I'd never heard of before, and now they're among my favorites. This app is a blessing for those with busy schedules β it's like time travel through stories. ListenBook has reignited my love for storytelling and learning, one audio file at a time. ListenBook's integration with AirDrop and sharing options makes it simple to spread the joy of storytelling. Has every feature I need. My top choice for audiobooks!
Voodoo Queen
Audiobooks have become my companions during long hours of household chores. The statistics feature in ListenBook is a valuable tool for monitoring and optimizing my audiobook consumption.
Show Boat
I'm amazed at how this app seamlessly integrates with my daily routine. π± Carrying stories in my pocket β this app's convenience is a game-changer! πποΈ πββοΈπ Running through chapters has never been smoother β the app's streamlined functionality keeps me on track with my reading goals. πββοΈπ§ Looping playback is a game-changer for my study sessions. I can focus on challenging content. Automated artwork and metadata retrieval make my audiobook library look organized and visually appealing.
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