War and Peace question

I work on an orchard and most of my job involves sitting on a tractor, so there is plenty of down time. I get to listen to about 7 hours worth of audiobooks, podcasts and music while at work, but mostly audiobooks. Listening to an audiobook definately counts as having 'read' a book. You're still taking in exactly the same content as if you had actually physically read the book yourself.

I think listening counts. I mostly read my books, but have recently started downloading audio books to listen to while driving. Interestingly, I find myself wanting to read some of the books after listening. I'm very curious to know whether I retain more details from reading or listening. I would guess reading, but I'm curious what others have experienced.

It counts.