Book description
A Best Book of 2020: The Washington Post NPR Chicago Tribune * Smithsonian A "remarkable" (Los Angeles Times), "seductive" (The Wall Street Journal) debut from the new cohost of Radiolab, Why Fish Don't Exist is a dark and astonishing tale of love, chaos, scientific obsession, and--possibly--even murder.β "At one point, Miller dives into the ocean into a school of fish...comes up for air, and realizes she's in love. That's how I felt: Her book took me to strange depths I never imagined, and I was smitten." --The New York Times Book Review David Starr Jordan was a taxonomist, a man possessed with bringing order to the natural world. In time, he would be credited with discovering nearly a fifth of the fish known to humans in his day. But the more of the hidden blueprint of life he uncovered, the harder the universe seemed to try to thwart him. His specimen collections were demolished by lightning, by fire, and eventually by the 1906 San Francisco earthquake--which sent more than a thousand discoveries, housed in fragile glass jars, plummeting to the floor. In an instant, his life's work was shattered. Many might have given up, given in to despair. But Jordan? He surveyed the wreckage at his feet, found the first fish that he recognized, and confidently began to rebuild his collection. And this time, he introduced one clever innovation that he believed would at last protect his work against the chaos of the world. When NPR reporter Lulu Miller first heard this anecdote in passing, she took Jordan for a fool--a cautionary tale in hubris, or denial. But as her own life slowly unraveled, she began to wonder about him. Perhaps instead he was a model for how to go on when all seemed lost. What she would unearth about his life would transform her understanding of history, morality, and the world beneath her feet. Part biography, part memoir, part scientific adventure, Why Fish Don't Exist is a wondrous fable about how to persevere in a world where chaos will always prevail.
Rummy Stickers
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QuantumQuill
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Achilles Mountain
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Rooster
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Honey
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Baked ZD
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Elder Pogue
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Mad Kid
Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop and Sharing on ListenBook Pro is a social audiophile's dream. The statistics tracking feature is very useful. ListenBook helps me keep track of my listening time. ListenBookβs interface is clean and intuitive. Itβs a joy to use.
Mud Pie Man
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Iron Butterfly
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Vagabond Warrior
ListenBook's compatibility with a wide array of audio formats makes it my ultimate audiobook companion. ListenBook has become my go-to audiobook app. It's dependable, user-friendly, and enhances every listening session.
Lime
I can't believe how much more I'm able to read with the help of this app. The Looping playback and Shuffle features on ListenBook help me customize my listening sessions to my liking. This app's convenience has made reading a priority in my busy schedule. Audiobook enthusiasts, rejoice! This app's elegant design and robust functionality make it a must-have for anyone who loves to listen on the go. π§π± Noise reduction on ListenBook Pro is impressive. My recordings sound crystal clear.
WittyWordsmith
Listening to books in their original language has improved my foreign language skills. The vast selection of titles on this app is a book lover's dream come true. This app's compatibility with different formats ensures that I never miss out on a great audiobook. π©βπ³ Turning cooking sessions into culinary adventures, complete with intriguing tales! π³π§ ListenBook Pro's tone adjustment feature is an innovative touch that adds a layer of personalization.
Tart Voodoo
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Natural Gold
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Chip Queen
ListenBook's sleek design and easy chapter access make navigation a breeze. I'm hooked on this app's effortless downloading process β I can have my favorite audiobooks in seconds. Streamlining audiobook enjoyment β this app's functionality is truly impressive. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature has transformed the audio quality. It's crystal clear now. Beautiful layout and easy access to chapters. Really impressed with ListenBook.
Boost Princess
I love how this app makes even the most mundane tasks exciting with audio stories. I'm addicted to this app's ability to turn mundane moments into opportunities for intellectual growth.
Green Scavenger
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Trick Baron
ππ Falling asleep to audiobooks has never been easier β this app's soothing voices π΄π§ ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a blessing for clear dictaphone recordings. Adjusting playback speed has revolutionized the way I consume audiobooks. I can cover more ground while maintaining comprehension. The user-friendly interface and smooth navigation make this app a pleasure to use daily. The app is very intuitive. ListenBook makes finding and playing audiobooks simple.
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