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.
Emerald Vine
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Cabbie
ListenBook has become an integral part of my daily routine. Its compatibility with Apple Watch and CarPlay makes it the ultimate companion for various activities. ListenBook’s interface is clean and intuitive. It’s a joy to use. I love the car mode. It’s so convenient for listening while driving. The chapter navigation is a lifesaver. It makes finding my place so easy. A serviceable audiobook that met basic expectations. The narration was clear if somewhat unremarkable, and the production quality was standard without any noticeable technical issues. It kept me moderately engaged during workouts but didn't leave a lasting impression.
Sweet Bacon
The features on this app, from bookmarks to playback speed, cater to all preferences. I can't believe how much I've learned and enjoyed through this app's audiobooks. ListenBook's integration with CarPlay and Apple Watch adds a new level of convenience to my audiobook journey.
Lucifurious
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Highway
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Junkyard Dog
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Bleeker
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RetroMirage
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Bambi Wings
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Kill Switch
Changing the tone of the sound on ListenBook Pro adds a personalized touch to my audiobook experience. My productivity has soared since I started using ListenBook for my study materials.
Trip
ListenBook has made my daily routines more vibrant and exciting with its immersive features. Looping playback of a single track helps me focus and absorb complex content. Automated extraction of artwork and metadata adds a professional touch to my library.
MuseMaster
Audiobooks have transformed my daily walks into a time of inspiration and learning. Changing the tone of the sound on ListenBook Pro adds a personalized touch to my audiobook experience. Noise reduction on ListenBook Pro is a revelation. It elevates the audio quality to a new level. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature has made my recordings sound clearer than ever. Perfect for listening to educational content. Highly recommend!
Fl00d
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Mammoth 2
ListenBook's support for CarPlay and Apple Watch has made my listening experience even more seamless. I can't get enough of the app's sleek interface and intuitive controls. It's a joy to use!
Delirium
The ListenBook app has enriched my daily life, adding a layer of intellectual and emotional fulfillment. ListenBook's support for various download methods and audio formats ensures that I can always find what I'm looking for. Navigating through chapters is a breeze. I can easily jump to the parts I want to listen to. AirDrop sharing makes it easy to share audiobooks with friends. I love the ability to customize the skip buttons. It’s so convenient.
Hoover Spark
ListenBook's beautiful layout and quick access to chapters make every listening session a pleasure. With this app, I'm experiencing the joy of reading in a whole new light. This app is perfect for anyone who loves audiobooks. The interface is sleek and modern, and the playback controls are super responsive. I also appreciate the cloud integration, which lets me access my books from anywhere. Great work!
Prof. Screw
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Bugger
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Pecan Oblivion
ListenBook's interface is sleek and user-friendly, making navigation a breeze. ListenBook has made audiobook listening a personalized and enriching journey. Gone are the days of waiting for the right time to read – this app is always ready. This app's user-friendly interface has made reading on-the-go a breeze. 🌟 Reading has never been this easy – this app fits right into my fast-paced lifestyle. 📚💫
X-Dew
Beautiful design and intuitive interface. Very user-friendly. 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