Book description
A finalist for the 2023 National Book Critics Circle AwardWinner of the Women's Prize for NonfictionNEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER | National Indie BestsellerA New York Times notable book of 2023 | Vulture's #1 book of 2023One of Slate's ten best books of 2023 | A Guardian best ideas book of 2023 | One of Time's ten best books of 2023 | Winner of the Pacific Northwest Book Award"I've been raving about Naomi Klein's Doppelganger . . . I can't think of another text that better captures the berserk period we're living through." -Michelle Goldberg, The New York Times"If I had to name a single book that makes sense of these last few dark years, it would be this one." -Katie Roiphe, The New York Times Book Review (Editors' Choice)What if you woke up one morning and found you'd acquired another self-a double who was almost you and yet not you at all? What if that double shared many of your preoccupations but, in a twisted, upside-down way, furthered the very causes you'd devoted your life to fighting against?Not long ago, the celebrated activist and public intellectual Naomi Klein had just such an experience-she was confronted with a doppelganger whose views she found abhorrent but whose name and public persona were sufficiently similar to her own that many people got confused about who was who. Destabilized, she lost her bearings, until she began to understand the experience as one manifestation of a strangeness many of us have come to know but struggle to define: AI-generated text is blurring the line between genuine and spurious communication; New Age wellness entrepreneurs turned anti-vaxxers are scrambling familiar political allegiances of left and right; and liberal democracies are teetering on the edge of absurdist authoritarianism, even as the oceans rise. Under such conditions, reality itself seems to have become unmoored. Is there a cure for our moment of collective vertigo?Naomi Klein is one of our most trenchant and influential social critics, an essential analyst of what branding, austerity, and climate profiteering have done to our societies and souls. Here she turns her gaze inward to our psychic landscapes, and outward to the possibilities for building hope amid intersecting economic, medical, and political crises. With the assistance of Sigmund Freud, Jordan Peele, Alfred Hitchcock, and bell hooks, among other accomplices, Klein uses wry humor and a keen sense of the ridiculous to face the strange doubles that haunt us-and that have come to feel as intimate and proximate as a warped reflection in the mirror.Combining comic memoir with chilling reportage and cobweb-clearing analysis, Klein seeks to smash that mirror and chart a path beyond despair. Doppelganger asks: What do we neglect as we polish and perfect our digital reflections? Is it possible to dispose of our doubles and overcome the pathologies of a culture of multiplication? Can we create a politics of collective care and undertake a true reckoning with historical crimes? The result is a revelatory treatment of the way many of us think and feel now-and an intellectual adventure story for our times.
Mosquit-No
I've never experienced such silky-smooth playback even with high-quality FLAC files. The app is perfect for multitasking. I can listen while doing other things. The app is so easy to use. I was up and running in minutes.
Easy Sweep
I'm able to catch up on my reading list even during the busiest days. This app has turned my cooking sessions into culinary adventures with a side of stories. ListenBook has all the features I need in an audiobook app. My top choice! The ability to play various audio formats without conversion is amazing. ListenBook is top-notch. I love the chapter navigation feature. ListenBook makes it easy to find specific sections.
Troubadour
I can't believe how much more I'm 'reading' now, all thanks to this app. Tone adjustment adds a new layer of personalization to my audiobook experience. It's like having the narrator tailor the voice to my preferences. The interface is sleek and modern. It’s a joy to use. This audiobook performed its function without excelling. The narrator's delivery was straightforward and easy to follow, though lacking in dramatic flair. The recording quality was decent with only occasional minor inconsistencies in volume. An acceptable but forgettable listening experience.
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SneakerKid
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Murder Cherry
ListenBook's dedication to excellence shines through in its performance and features. Tone adjustment adds a new layer of personalization to my audiobook experience. It's like having the narrator tailor the voice to my preferences. No need for file conversion is a game-changer. Love using ListenBook on my iPhone.
EchoExplorer
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Star Jammer
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Friday Ferrari
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Widow Curio
Noise reduction on ListenBook enhances the clarity of dictaphone recordings, allowing me to enjoy content even in noisy environments. I'm amazed at how this app's features cater to audiobook enthusiasts' every need. ListenBook has made audiobook listening a personalized and enriching journey. 🛌 Indulging in soothing bedtime stories – this app is my nightly retreat into imagination. 🌙📚 🧘♂️ Finding serenity through the soothing tones of audiobooks – mindfulness and stories in perfect harmony. 🧘♂️🎧
Twinkle Cocoa
This app has turned my daily routine into a source of excitement and joy. The range of audio formats supported is incredible. No need to worry about file conversion.
Mustard Centaur
This app has completely transformed my commute – I look forward to it now! Sharing audiobooks through AirDrop is a delightful way to connect with fellow book lovers.
Screwtape
This app has reignited my passion for literature – I'm devouring books like never before. The attention to detail is commendable. Artwork and metadata are sorted automatically. Looping playback helps me revise and memorize complex topics effectively. A study essential!
Wiccan Trouble
The 'Discover' section is a treasure trove for finding hidden literary gems. 🛌 Bedtime stories for adults? Yes, please! This app is a dream come true. 🌙📚 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!
Switch
Finally, an app that lets me enjoy my personal audiobooks, lectures, and speeches effortlessly. ListenBook's chapters, controls, and filters have taken my audiobook journey to new heights. Bookmarks are a fantastic organizational tool. They help me keep track of important moments in my audiobooks. Easy chapter access and smooth playback. Love this app! ListenBook’s bookmarking feature is incredibly useful. I never lose my place in a book.
White Snare
This app has made my road trips and flights infinitely more enjoyable. I'm on a literary adventure wherever I go, all thanks to this app. Its extensive format support and effortless navigation make audiobook listening a breeze. 🌟📚
Neophyte Believer
Audiobooks have made long flights feel like a breeze – a true travel essential. ListenBook's user-friendly interface and precise controls make it a joy to use every day. Every moment is an adventure with this app by my side. Its intuitive features and diverse format support ensure that my audiobook journey is seamless and exciting. 🌌🎧 I've listened to hundreds of audiobooks and this narrator is now in my top 5. Their timing and inflection were masterful. Never a dull moment in the entire performance.
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