Book description
NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER "A terrific book...Powerful and persuasive." -Fareed Zakaria "Spectacular...Offers a comprehensive indictment of the current problems and a clear path forward...Klein and Thompson usher in a mood shift. They inspire hope and enlarge the imagination." -David Brooks, The New York Times From bestselling authors and journalistic titans Ezra Klein and Derek Thompson, Abundance is a once-in-a-generation, paradigm-shifting call to renew a politics of plenty, face up to the failures of liberal governance, and abandon the chosen scarcities that have deformed American life.To trace the history of the twenty-first century so far is to trace a history of unaffordability and shortage. After years of refusing to build sufficient housing, America has a national housing crisis. After years of limiting immigration, we don't have enough workers. Despite decades of being warned about the consequences of climate change, we haven't built anything close to the clean-energy infrastructure we need. Ambitious public projects are finished late and over budget-if they are ever finished at all. The crisis that's clicking into focus now has been building for decades-because we haven't been building enough. Abundance explains that our problems today are not the results of yesteryear's villains. Rather, one generation's solutions have become the next generation's problems. Rules and regulations designed to solve the problems of the 1970s often prevent urban-density and green-energy projects that would help solve the problems of the 2020s. Laws meant to ensure that government considers the consequences of its actions have made it too difficult for government to act consequentially. In the last few decades, our capacity to see problems has sharpened while our ability to solve them has diminished. Progress requires facing up to the institutions in life that are not working as they need to. It means, for liberals, recognizing when the government is failing. It means, for conservatives, recognizing when the government is needed. In a book exploring how we can move from a liberalism that not only protects and preserves but also builds, Klein and Thompson trace the political, economic, and cultural barriers to progress and propose a path toward a politics of abundance. At a time when movements of scarcity are gaining power in country after country, this is an answer that meets the challenges of the moment while grappling honestly with the fury so many rightfully feel.
Wooden German
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HedgeH0g2
I can't get enough of ListenBook's silky-smooth playback and intuitive design. It's my go-to app for both leisurely listening and study sessions. The range of audio formats supported is incredible. No need to worry about file conversion. I love the auto-rewind feature after interruptions. No more searching for where I left off!
Solitaire
This app has given me the joy of reading even when my hands are full. ListenBook's statistics feature is eye-opening. I had no idea how much time I spent immersed in audiobooks until I started using it. The narrator was good but spoke a bit too slowly for my taste. I had to speed it up to 1.2x which then made some parts sound slightly unnatural.
Genghis Glyph
Being able to adjust playback speed suits everyone's preferences – a thoughtful feature. The app is so easy to set up. I was listening to my books in no time.
Fist Wizard
This app has made multitasking a breeze – I can listen while I work, cook, or exercise. Audiobooks have become my constant companions, and this app's seamless functionality and broad compatibility ensure every story is a captivating ride. 🌌🎧 The auto-rewind feature is a small detail that has a big impact on my listening experience. I love it! ListenBook’s support for CarPlay is great. I can listen to audiobooks in my car easily. ListenBook is the best audiobook player I’ve ever used. The app is reliable, fast, and packed with features like customizable themes and playback speed. The sleep timer is a lifesaver for bedtime listening. Great job, developers!
Old Man Winter
Kudos to the app for making literature accessible to those with busy schedules. This app is my secret weapon for staying entertained during mundane tasks. I’m 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!
Casanova
The basic audio filters are a game-changer. Adjusting playback speed is a breeze. The playback history is a great feature. I can easily revisit my favorite parts.
Mother Hen
ListenBook's dedication to delivering high-quality sound and user-friendly features has won me over. The narrators' voices on this app are so soothing – it's my relaxation therapy. 💡 Seamlessly weaving audiobooks into my daily routine – this app's functionality has redefined how I enjoy books. 📱📖 The interface is sleek and modern. It's a pleasure to navigate and use the app.
MysticMingle
🚗 Turning road trips into unforgettable adventures – audiobooks keep me entertained on the journey! 🚗📖 Navigating through my audiobook library is a joy with this app's intuitive interface and easy controls. It's like having a personal reading companion at my side. 📱📖 ListenBook's drag-and-drop download feature is a time-saving convenience that I greatly appreciate. Sharing audiobooks with friends is a blast. AirDrop makes it seamless. Adjusting the tone of the voice is genius. It's like having a customizable audiobook narrator.
Texas Butterfly
Streamlining my audiobook journey – this app's design is top-notch. Audiobook immersion without fuss – this app's ease of use is commendable.
Ella of Light
ListenBook's audio filters and controls have revolutionized the way I enjoy my audio content. Effortlessly managing my audiobook library – this app's design is a triumph. This app is a game-changer for audiobook lovers! The interface is clean and easy to use.
Dark Matter
Kudos to the creators for crafting an app that understands audiobook lovers. With smooth playback and thoughtful design, it's a true companion for book enthusiasts. 📚👏 Automated artwork and metadata extraction keeps my audiobook library visually appealing. Apple Watch compatibility adds a new level of convenience to my audiobook enjoyment. It's seamless control at my wrist.
Cumulo
Kudos to ListenBook for the intuitive design and easy-to-use controls. It's evident that they've put a lot of thought into user experience. Automatic extraction of artwork and metadata adds a professional touch to my library.
Demolition Queen
This app is a lifesaver! I can now enjoy my favorite books on the go. The ability to adjust playback speed and volume is a game-changer for me. The audio filters make a noticeable difference. ListenBook provides an excellent listening experience. This was a workmanlike audiobook that did the job without flair. The narration was clear and the pacing appropriate, though the delivery lacked some emotional depth. The production quality was acceptable with no major technical issues.
Dez Bonbon
🏃♂️📚 Running through chapters, literally! This app keeps me motivated on the track. 🏃♂️📖 ListenBook Pro's tone adjustment feature is a unique tool that adds a touch of creativity to my listening experience. The app supports background playback, which is a must for me.
Racy Lady
I'm in awe of how technology has enhanced my reading experience through this app. ListenBook's clean interface and organized layout make it a pleasure to browse through my audiobooks. ListenBook has made audiobook listening a personalized and enriching journey. A functional audiobook. It kept me entertained, but I wasn’t blown away. The narrator’s performance was competent, though some emotional scenes fell a bit flat.
Domino Combat
Audiobook pleasure simplified – this app's functionality is a reader's delight. ListenBook Pro's tone adjustment feature is a playful addition that lets me tweak the audiobook experience.
Darth 44
Precise controls on ListenBook give me complete command over my audio playback. This app's convenience and ease of use have transformed my screen time into productive learning sessions. The interface is sleek and user-friendly. Makes navigating through chapters a breeze. I’m 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!
High Kingdom Warrior
🎉 The ease and functionality of this app make it my go-to choice for immersive audiobook experiences. 📱🎧 Apple Watch compatibility adds a new level of convenience to my audiobook enjoyment. It's seamless control at my wrist.
Ella of Light
I can't thank the developers enough for constantly updating and improving the app. ListenBook's sleek design and intuitive controls make it my go-to app for audiobooks. ListenBook has become my constant companion. It's like having a personal audiobook assistant. I love the auto-rewind feature. ListenBook always picks up right where I left off. The ability to play various audio formats without conversion is very convenient. ListenBook is a great 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