Book description
Named a Best Book of the Year by NPR and LitHub Winner of the 2021 Science in Society Journalism Book Prize A fascinating and provocative new way of looking at the things we use and the spaces we inhabit, and a call to imagine a better-designed world for us all. Furniture and tools, kitchens and campuses and city streets--nearly everything human beings make and use is assistive technology, meant to bridge the gap between body and world. Yet unless, or until, a misfit between our own body and the world is acute enough to be understood as disability, we may never stop to consider--or reconsider--the hidden assumptions on which our everyday environment is built. In a series of vivid stories drawn from the lived experience of disability and the ideas and innovations that have emerged from it--from cyborg arms to customizable cardboard chairs to deaf architecture--Sara Hendren invites us to rethink the things and settings we live with. What might assistance based on the body's stunning capacity for adaptation--rather than a rigid insistence on "normalcy"--look like? Can we foster interdependent, not just independent, living? How do we creatively engineer public spaces that allow us all to navigate our common terrain? By rendering familiar objects and environments newly strange and wondrous, What Can a Body Do? helps us imagine a future that will better meet the extraordinary range of our collective needs and desires.
Ex0tic
Audiobooks have made my commutes so much more enjoyable, and I'm always excited to listen. This app's support for various formats ensures that I can enjoy my audiobooks without any hassle. Audiobooks on the go β this app's design prioritizes convenience.
Eye Candy Kitten
πͺ Doubling the impact of my workouts β exercising and exploring stories, all thanks to this app! πͺπ§ ListenBook is my go-to app for audiobooks. It's like having a personal assistant for my literary adventures.
Slow Trot
πββοΈπ Combining exercise and exploration β this app keeps me motivated on my daily jogs! πββοΈπ The app is so responsive. It never lags or freezes. The app is perfect for people who love to multitask. I can listen while cooking.
Drop Stone
Gone are the days of struggling with formats. Thanks to this app, my audiobook journey is a breeze, and every tale is a tap away. Highly recommended! ππ§ The range of audio formats supported is incredible. No need to worry about file conversion. ListenBook has become my trusted companion for literary adventures. The app's features are exceptional.
Tin Fox
This app's sleek design and effortless controls have made audiobook listening an immersive experience. ππ Beating traffic blues with engaging audiobooks β driving has never been this fun! ππ§ The app is so easy to set up. I was listening to my books in no time.
Eight Patrol
Adjusting the narrator's voice tone is a fantastic feature. It adds a personal touch. Adjusting the tone of the voice is an innovative feature that allows for a personalized listening experience. ListenBookβs playback is silky-smooth. The app never glitches. The app is worth every penny. Itβs packed with features and works flawlessly.
Stone Boomstick
π Embracing reading in the digital age β this app makes accessing books a seamless and enjoyable experience. π±π The automatic extraction of artwork and metadata adds a professional touch to my audiobook library. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a delightful way to share the joy of storytelling.
Hang 11
Listening to audiobooks has made my daily commute more enjoyable and productive. ListenBook's intuitive design and thoughtful features have made my audiobook experience delightful. With this app, every moment is an opportunity to dive into a new story. This app's ease of use has made my downtime more enriching and enjoyable.
Lilac Lizard
With ListenBook, I can enjoy my audiobooks with enhanced sound quality and personalized settings. ListenBook is my go-to app for audiobooks. It's like having a personal assistant for my literary adventures. ListenBook's versatility with various audio formats means I can enjoy audiobooks from multiple sources effortlessly. This app is a must-have for anyone who loves audiobooks. The interface is intuitive, and the app supports all formats. I love the auto-bookmark featureβit saves my place automatically, so I never lose track. Highly recommend!
Grave Scuttlebutt
ListenBook's versatility and user-friendly interface make it a must-have for audiobook lovers. This app is a game-changer for audiobook enthusiasts. The interface is intuitive, and the playback is seamless! CUE playlist support is a fantastic feature for those who enjoy organized and structured listening. The app is so user-friendly. Even my grandma can use it! ListenBook is the ultimate audiobook player. The app supports all formats, and the import process is seamless. I love the playback history featureβitβs so easy to revisit my favorite parts. Highly recommend this app!
Silver Agent
I love that ListenBook offers both basic and advanced features, catering to all types of users. Listening to audiobooks has become a ritual, thanks to this incredible app. Beautiful design and intuitive interface. Very pleased. Fairly enjoyable, but forgettable. I didnβt have any major complaints, but I also donβt see myself revisiting this one. It was a decent way to spend a few hours, though.
Captain Peroxide
The sheer variety of genres available ensures there's something for everyone. I love how this app makes even the most mundane tasks exciting with audio stories. The app's support for different audio formats is like a dream come true for audiophiles. The detailed listening stats are fantastic. Helps me keep track of my progress.
Wiccan Trouble
ListenBook Pro's sharing features allow me to spread the joy of audiobooks with my friends and family. Gone are the days of waiting for the right time to read β this app is always ready. I'm amazed at how this app has made reading such a natural part of my day. πΆββοΈπ§ Walking has never been this productive β exploring new worlds while I exercise! ποΈπ« Perfect for studying with its playback controls and audio filters. Excellent app!
Low Menace
Kudos to ListenBook for optimizing the app for iOS 16 β it shows their dedication to excellence. I love how this app makes even the most mundane tasks exciting with audio stories. Streamlining my audiobook journey β this app's design is top-notch. Navigating through my audiobook library is a joy with this app's intuitive interface and easy controls. It's like having a personal reading companion at my side. π±π I love the ability to change the playback pitch. Itβs a unique feature.
Hermopolis
The app's features, like the sleep timer, make it clear that it's designed with readers in mind. Audiobooks have turned my mundane activities into opportunities for learning and enjoyment. Automated artwork and metadata retrieval make my library look organized and professional.
Wildcat Appaloosa
I've become the storyteller of my family, sharing the amazing audiobooks I've discovered. This app's compatibility with various devices ensures that I can enjoy my audiobooks wherever I am. The automatic extraction of artwork and metadata adds a professional touch to my audiobook library. The statistics tracking is a nice touch. ListenBook helps me keep track of my audiobook habits. I love the ability to share my progress with friends. Itβs a fun feature.
Trash
This app has ignited my passion for reading once again β but in a modern, convenient way. ListenBook's comprehensive support for a wide range of audio formats sets it apart from other audiobook apps. Navigating through chapters is a breeze. It's like the app knows what I need. Auto-rewind is a very handy feature. Excellent app. ListenBook has completely changed how I enjoy audiobooks. The app is packed with features like customizable skip intervals, playback speed, and sleep timers. The interface is clean and easy to navigate. Five stars!
Force
I can't get enough of the binaural audio processing. It's like a breath of fresh air for my ears. Iβve tried many audiobook players, and this one is by far the best. The app is perfect for people who love to multitask. I can listen while cooking. Iβm so impressed with ListenBook. The app is reliable, fast, and packed with features like customizable themes and playback speed. The sleep timer is a lifesaver for bedtime listening. Highly recommend this app!
Cereal Killer
Being able to customize the listening duration is perfect for quick breaks. The extensive audiobook collection for children is a blessing for my little ones. ListenBook's dedication to delivering a top-notch experience is evident in every detail.
Wildcat Talent
I've become addicted to this app β in the best possible way! With this app, I can devour books like never before β it's incredibly efficient. π Accessing my favorite authors and genres is a breeze with this app's user-friendly functionality. π±π§
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