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"I've been thinking a lot about Cadillac Desert in the past few weeks, as the rain fell and fell and kept falling over California, much of which, despite the pouring heavens, seems likely to remain in the grip of a severe drought. Reisner anticipated this moment. He worried that the West's success with irrigation could be a mirage -- that it took water for granted and didn't appreciate the precariousness of our capacity to control it." - Farhad Manjoo, The New York Times, January 20,2023 "The definitive work on the West's water crisis." --Newsweek The story of the American West is the story of a relentless quest for a precious resource: water. It is a tale of rivers diverted and dammed, of political corruption and intrigue, of billion-dollar battles over water rights, of ecological and economic disaster. In his landmark book, Cadillac Desert, Marc Reisner writes of the earliest settlers, lured by the promise of paradise, and of the ruthless tactics employed by Los Angeles politicians and business interests to ensure the city's growth. He documents the bitter rivalry between two government giants, the Bureau of Reclamation and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, in the competition to transform the West. Based on more than a decade of research, Cadillac Desert is a stunning expose and a dramatic, intriguing history of the creation of an Eden--an Eden that may only be a mirage. This edition includes a new postscript by Lawrie Mott, a former staff scientist at the Natural Resources Defense Council, that updates Western water issues over the last two decades, including the long-term impact of climate change and how the region can prepare for the future.
Baby Spell
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Mental Prophet
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The Beekeeper
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MysticMingle
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VisionVortex
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Little Cobra
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Onion King
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Pepper Prada
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Nibbler
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Murder Cherry
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Saint La-Z-Boy
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Seal Snake
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Fire Sass
Effortless and enriching β that's how I'd describe my experience with this app. Its functionality, from seamless downloads to binaural audio processing, has truly raised the bar. π±π Sharing audiobooks via AirDrop is incredibly convenient. Great feature!
Rook
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Dropkick
ListenBook's looping playback, shuffle feature, and configurable controls make learning a breeze. ListenBook's loop and shuffle playback options are essential for my audiobook enjoyment and study.
NexusNomad
ListenBook's dedication to optimizing for iOS 16 ensures a seamless experience on the latest devices. Audiobook pleasure simplified β this app's design is a true winner. The intuitive interface and efficient navigation make this app a pleasure to use every day. Supports all my playlists and bookmarks perfectly. Very convenient.
57 Pixels
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Blackfire
User-friendly brilliance! This app's functionality enhances my audiobook experience. Audiobook pleasure simplified β this app's design is a true winner. The compatibility with Apple Watch is a game-changer. Controlling my audiobooks from my wrist is genius. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a game-changer for improving audio quality and clarity.
Fresh Peper
I'm no longer missing out on great stories β this app fits perfectly into my lifestyle. With ListenBook, I can enjoy a wide range of audiobook formats without any hassle, making my listening experience seamless.
Purity Catnip
The bookmarking feature ensures I never lose my place in a book β so convenient! With this app, every moment is an opportunity to dive into a new story. ListenBook's noise reduction feature in the Pro version is a testament to the app's commitment to audio quality. ListenBook's integration with CarPlay and Apple Watch adds a new level of convenience to my audiobook journey. Automatic metadata retrieval is a neat touch. My library is well-organized.
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