Book description
"Accessible and authoritative . . . While we may not have much power to eradicate our own prejudices, we can counteract them. The first step is to turn a hidden bias into a visible one. . . . What if we're not the magnanimous people we think we are?"--The Washington Post I know my own mind.I am able to assess others in a fair and accurate way. These self-perceptions are challenged by leading psychologists Mahzarin R. Banaji and Anthony G. Greenwald as they explore the hidden biases we all carry from a lifetime of exposure to cultural attitudes about age, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, social class, sexuality, disability status, and nationality. "Blindspot" is the authors' metaphor for the portion of the mind that houses hidden biases. Writing with simplicity and verve, Banaji and Greenwald question the extent to which our perceptions of social groups--without our awareness or conscious control--shape our likes and dislikes and our judgments about people's character, abilities, and potential. In Blindspot, the authors reveal hidden biases based on their experience with the Implicit Association Test, a method that has revolutionized the way scientists learn about the human mind and that gives us a glimpse into what lies within the metaphoric blindspot. The title's "good people" are those of us who strive to align our behavior with our intentions. The aim of Blindspot is to explain the science in plain enough language to help well-intentioned people achieve that alignment. By gaining awareness, we can adapt beliefs and behavior and "outsmart the machine" in our heads so we can be fairer to those around us. Venturing into this book is an invitation to understand our own minds. Brilliant, authoritative, and utterly accessible, Blindspot is a book that will challenge and change readers for years to come. Praise for Blindspot "Conversational . . . easy to read, and best of all, it has the potential, at least, to change the way you think about yourself."--Leonard Mlodinow, The New York Review of Books "Banaji and Greenwald deserve a major award for writing such a lively and engaging book that conveys an important message: Mental processes that we are not aware of can affect what we think and what we do. Blindspot is one of the most illuminating books ever written on this topic."--Elizabeth F. Loftus, Ph.D., distinguished professor, University of California, Irvine; past president, Association for Psychological Science; author of Eyewitness Testimony
Valley Guardian
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ThoughtTracer
Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop and Sharing on ListenBook Pro is a social audiophile's dream. The app's interface is so sleek and modern. It's a joy to use. The app is very easy to use. ListenBook makes managing my audiobook library simple. ListenBook has completely changed how I enjoy audiobooks. The app is packed with features like customizable skip intervals, playback speed, and sleep timers. The interface is clean and easy to navigate. Five stars!
xFRST
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SWAT Honey
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Eye Candy Kitten
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Natural Mess
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Mr. Fabulous
The 'Continue Listening' feature ensures I never lose my place, no matter where I am. Audiobooks have made my commutes so much more enjoyable, and I'm always excited to listen. Revolutionizing the way I enjoy stories β this app's seamless playback and intuitive controls make it a must-have for every book enthusiast. π±π§ ListenBook Pro's tone adjustment feature is a unique touch that adds personalization to my audiobook journey. Quick access to chapters and smooth playback. Fantastic app!
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Tweety
This app has turned my mundane tasks into exciting opportunities for reading. Finally, an app that lets me enjoy audiobooks without worrying about file formats! Quick access to chapters is so handy. Navigating through content is a breeze. Downloading books over WiFi is quick and hassle-free. Very convenient.
FireBerry
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PP Dubs
The best app for audiobooks. Downloading and organizing files is super easy with ListenBook. The app is so well-designed. Itβs clear the developers put a lot of thought into it. This audiobook was neither good nor bad - simply average. The narrator's delivery was professional but uninspired, and the recording quality was clean though not exceptional. It provided satisfactory entertainment without standing out from similar titles.
Spoiler Betty
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RZRWRE
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Mafia Rapunzel
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Miss Twilight
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Steel Ginger
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VPR
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Demo Tequila
ListenBook's seamless integration with CarPlay enhances my daily commute, making it a productive and enjoyable experience. With this app, I've rediscovered the joy of literature during my daily walks β it's truly invigorating. I've never experienced such silky-smooth playback even with high-quality FLAC files. I've never experienced such a smooth audiobook player. The playback is seamless. The app's versatility in downloading audio is impressive. It streamlines the process and saves time.
Sherm
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NightDream
I've found my new favorite way to relax β cuddled up with an audiobook. Listening to books in their original language has improved my foreign language skills. π± Accessing my favorite stories has never been this straightforward β this app's functionality is a bookworm's dream come true. ππ« Seamless audiobook integration β this app's design is a true delight. ListenBookβs audio filters are great. The app provides a high-quality listening experience.
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