Book description
Now a National Bestseller! Climate change is real but it's not the end of the world. It is not even our most serious environmental problem. Michael Shellenberger has been fighting for a greener planet for decades. He helped save the world's last unprotected redwoods. He co-created the predecessor to today's Green New Deal. And he led a successful effort by climate scientists and activists to keep nuclear plants operating, preventing a spike of emissions.But in 2019, as some claimed "billions of people are going to die," contributing to rising anxiety, including among adolescents, Shellenberger decided that, as a lifelong environmental activist, leading energy expert, and father of a teenage daughter, he needed to speak out to separate science from fiction.Despite decades of news media attention, many remain ignorant of basic facts. Carbon emissions peaked and have been declining in most developed nations for over a decade. Deaths from extreme weather, even in poor nations, declined 80 percent over the last four decades. And the risk of Earth warming to very high temperatures is increasingly unlikely thanks to slowing population growth and abundant natural gas. Curiously, the people who are the most alarmist about the problems also tend to oppose the obvious solutions. What's really behind the rise of apocalyptic environmentalism? There are powerful financial interests. There are desires for status and power. But most of all there is a desire among supposedly secular people for transcendence. This spiritual impulse can be natural and healthy. But in preaching fear without love, and guilt without redemption, the new religion is failing to satisfy our deepest psychological and existential needs.
LuminaLore
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Pitfall
Thanks to ListenBook, I can enjoy my audiobooks without the need for constant synchronization. This app's convenience has made me fall in love with audiobooks all over again. Noise reduction and voice tone adjustment are excellent additions.
Shady Prairie
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Evil Smith
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Phoenix Sparrow
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QuantumQuipper
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Alley Frog
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Mud Eye
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Snapdragon
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LoreLoomer
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White Swan
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Rope
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Blade
I love how this app brings stories to life, even during my morning jogs. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction is a lifesaver. I can hear clearly even in noisy environments.
Spooky Yellowjacket
ListenBook's support for playlists in the CUE format makes organizing and enjoying audiobook series a delightful experience. ListenBook's support for looping and shuffling playback adds versatility to my audiobook enjoyment.
Dancing Madman
π± No more lugging around heavy books β this app brings the library to my phone! ππ± Looping playback is my favorite study tool. It's a game-changer for mastering challenging content. Supports all audio formats I use without issues. Very happy.
Lounge Master
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RedFeet
Frequent updates ensure there's always something new and exciting to listen to. The app's versatility in downloading audio is impressive. It streamlines the process and saves time. Tone adjustment is a brilliant addition that lets me personalize the narration to my liking. It adds an extra layer of connection to the audiobooks.
Pixy Mox
ListenBook's user-friendly audio filters and controls have made my audiobook sessions more interactive and engaging. I can't imagine my daily rituals without this app β it's a constant source of joy. ListenBook's dedication to delivering a top-notch experience is evident in every detail. The app's compatibility with CarPlay adds an extra layer of convenience, especially during road trips.
Landfill Max
The app's features, like the sleep timer, make it clear that it's designed with readers in mind. Quick access to chapters and controls makes ListenBook a joy to use. It's a seamless experience. ListenBook has elevated my learning experience. I'm retaining more information than ever.
Con Mammoth
ListenBook's support for various download methods means I can access my content in the way that suits me best. I can't get enough of this app's intuitive controls β it's the perfect way to indulge in audiobooks. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a fantastic way to introduce them to captivating stories. Downloading over WiFi is super efficient. Saves a lot of time. I appreciate the dark mode option. Itβs easy on the eyes during nighttime listening.
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