Book description
"Why We Sleep is an important and fascinating book...Walker taught me a lot about this basic activity that every person on Earth needs. I suspect his book will do the same for you." --Bill Gates A New York Times bestseller and international sensation, this "stimulating and important book" (Financial Times) is a fascinating dive into the purpose and power of slumber. With two appearances on CBS This Morning and Fresh Air's most popular interview of 2017, Matthew Walker has made abundantly clear that sleep is one of the most important but least understood aspects of our life. Until very recently, science had no answer to the question of why we sleep, or what good it served, or why we suffer such devastating health consequences when it is absent. Compared to the other basic drives in life--eating, drinking, and reproducing--the purpose of sleep remains more elusive. Within the brain, sleep enriches a diversity of functions, including our ability to learn, memorize, and make logical decisions. It recalibrates our emotions, restocks our immune system, fine-tunes our metabolism, and regulates our appetite. Dreaming creates a virtual reality space in which the brain melds past and present knowledge, inspiring creativity. In this "compelling and utterly convincing" (The Sunday Times) book, preeminent neuroscientist and sleep expert Matthew Walker provides a revolutionary exploration of sleep, examining how it affects every aspect of our physical and mental well-being. Charting the most cutting-edge scientific breakthroughs, and marshalling his decades of research and clinical practice, Walker explains how we can harness sleep to improve learning, mood and energy levels, regulate hormones, prevent cancer, Alzheimer's and diabetes, slow the effects of aging, and increase longevity. He also provides actionable steps towards getting a better night's sleep every night. Clear-eyed, fascinating, and accessible, Why We Sleep is a crucial and illuminating book. Written with the precision of Atul Gawande, Andrew Solomon, and Sherwin Nuland, it is "recommended for night-table reading in the most pragmatic sense" (The New York Times Book Review).
Crazy Rox
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Mercury Reborn
ListenBook's sleek design and intuitive controls make it my go-to app for audiobooks. Effortlessly exploring new worlds β this app's design is user-centric and efficient. Downloading over WiFi saves so much time. Very efficient. The sound quality is excellent. It feels like Iβm in the story.
Shy Warrior
I love how this app brings stories to life, even during my morning jogs. π Rekindling my love for reading β this app has reintroduced me to the joy of books in a whole new way. ππ₯
Scooby Did
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Flotsams54
I'm grateful for this app, as it allows me to keep up with my reading even while multitasking. The convenience of downloading audiobooks for offline listening is a game-changer. With this app, I can dive into captivating narratives while cooking, cleaning, or commuting β pure magic! ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch enhances my audiobook experience during daily activities. With ListenBook, downloading audiobooks has become hassle-free, thanks to the various download options.
Mad Jack
I'm grateful for this app, as it allows me to keep up with my reading even while multitasking. With this app, every moment is an opportunity to dive into a new story. Binaural audio processing really works. Less fatigue during long listening sessions. ListenBookβs support for CarPlay and Apple Watch is fantastic. I can listen anywhere.
Green Ghost
I love how this app brings stories to life, even during my morning jogs. This app's ease of use has made my downtime more enriching and enjoyable. π Embracing a new reading habit with this app's seamless accessibility. Say goodbye to boredom! π±π Finally, an app that values usability β navigating and listening is a breeze! This was a competent audiobook production with no major flaws. The narrator's voice was pleasant enough and the audio quality was acceptable, though not exceptional. While the performance didn't particularly stand out, it served its purpose adequately for my daily commute.
SpellTansy
π± No more lugging around heavy books β this app brings the library to my phone! ππ± CarPlay compatibility takes my driving experience to a whole new level. Audiobooks on the road have never been better.
Darth 44
ListenBook's ability to extract artwork and metadata automatically adds a visual touch to my audiobook collection. The interface is sleek and modern. It's a pleasure to navigate and use the app. The app supports a wide range of formats. ListenBook is very versatile.
ReiGnZ
I can't get enough of this app's intuitive design and user-friendly interface. Organization made easy! This app's efficient management of my audiobook collection ensures I'm always engrossed in a captivating tale. ππ±
Accidental Genius
ListenBook's integration with CarPlay and Apple Watch is seamless. I can now enjoy my favorite audiobooks during commutes and workouts. ListenBook is my trusted partner for all things audiobooks. It's reliable, intuitive, and user-friendly. The automatic extraction of artwork and metadata keeps my audiobook library organized and visually appealing.
QuestWeaver
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Dream Killer
This app has turned long waits into exciting opportunities to dive into a new story. ListenBook has become my ultimate audiobook companion. It enhances every listening session.
RetroMirage
I can't believe how easily this app has fit into my daily routine. Love the download options. ListenBook gives me so many ways to get my audiobooks onto my device. The app supports background playback, which is a must for me.
Mr. Fabulous
ListenBook's support for various download methods and audio formats ensures that I can always find what I'm looking for. ListenBook's intuitive controls and features have made it my preferred choice for audiobooks. π Elevating my reading routine β this app's functionality is the key to unlocking new worlds of storytelling. ππ I love the car mode. Itβs so convenient for listening while driving. 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.
FlyGuardX
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Jungle King
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Plum Moon
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Cream
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Freeway
I'm absolutely in love with this app! The interface is so intuitive and user-friendly. π This app has turned my errands into exciting quests β I can conquer the grocery store while enjoying a book! ππ Looping playback helps me retain knowledge from audiobooks effectively. It's an invaluable tool. ListenBook has become my trusted companion for literary adventures. The app's features are exceptional. 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!
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