Rumble: How to break free from the domination of noise

Does it feel like your brain never gets a rest? The constant beeping, humming, conversations and distant city bustle have become the backdrop to our lives – and a subtle source of stress and fatigue. We've grown used to treating noise as a minor inconvenience, yet it has a fundamental impact on our psyche, concentration and health. In the book Noise, science journalist Chris Berdik explains why some sounds drive us mad while we barely notice others, where the line between everyday sound and harmful noise lies, and what happens to us when we cross that line long-term. He draws on the latest research and reveals surprising connections between noise and health.

This book will open both your ears and your mind. It shows that the solution isn't just fewer decibels, but a smarter approach to how our world should sound. After reading it, you won't just tolerate noise – you'll begin to understand it. And perhaps for the first time, you'll feel that quiet doesn't have to be a luxury, but a conscious choice.