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).
Zod
The voice actors are incredible β they make the characters come alive. ListenBook's clean interface and organized layout make it a pleasure to browse through my audiobooks. Thanks to ListenBook, downloading audiobooks from various sources has become effortless. I love the chapter navigation feature. ListenBook makes it easy to find specific sections.
Beo
The ability to listen to books while multitasking is a game-changer for me. The ability to switch between different books effortlessly is a major plus. ListenBook's compatibility with various audio formats is impressive. From MP3 to FLAC, it handles them all flawlessly. Auto-rewind feature is a lifesaver. I never lose my place!
DreamWeaver
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Liquid Science
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Kitchen
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Kill Switch
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Seattle Jay
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Sleek Zelda
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LuminaLore
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Instant Star
This app's intuitive controls and user-friendly layout have made audiobook listening a true pleasure. ListenBook's sleek layout and quick chapter access have made my audiobook journey incredibly enjoyable. ListenBook Pro takes things up a notch with unlimited audiobook length. It's a game-changer!
Manly Reno
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RZR
ListenBook has rekindled my love for learning, one audio experience at a time. This app's ease of use has made my daily tasks so much more enjoyable.
Sand Whiskers
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Firefly
This app's features, from bookmarking to customizable playback speed, are fantastic. With this app, I can switch seamlessly between my iPhone and iPad, making my reading experience continuous. The ability to download audiobooks directly is fantastic. ListenBook is very convenient. The playback history is a great feature. I can easily revisit my favorite parts.
Dr. Cocktail
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RealmRanger
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FearLeSS
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Twisty Freesia
With this app, I can enjoy my favorite stories while traveling, making my journeys more delightful. I've rediscovered my love for reading, all thanks to this app's convenience. Apple Watch compatibility enhances my audiobook experience. It's a convenient way to control playback.
Skylark
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Mrs. Voltage
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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