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.
Skittle Mine
With ListenBook, every moment is an opportunity to explore new stories and gain knowledge. 📚 Turning my phone into a portal of stories – this app's ease of use is remarkable! 📱💫 Good but not great. The narration was competent but lacked the extra spark that makes some audiobooks truly special. Still worth a listen though.
Venom Charms
💼 Merging work and pleasure – audiobooks keep me company during house admin tasks! 💻🎧 Finally, an app that lets me organize my audiobooks effortlessly. The library organization and book groups feature make navigation a breeze.
Innocent Ghost
Navigating through my audiobook collection is a breeze – this app's intuitive interface and convenient controls have made my reading journey effortless. 📱📖 Playback speed and volume controls are top-notch. Highly recommend. 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.
Buckshot
📱 My secret to staying well-read – this app ensures that I'm never without a book, no matter where I am! 📚📱 Audiobook enthusiasts, rejoice! This app's elegant design and robust functionality make it a must-have for anyone who loves to listen on the go. 🎧📱 ListenBook's integration with AirDrop and sharing options makes it simple to spread the joy of storytelling. Bookmarks have become my study companion. I can easily revisit important passages in my audiobooks.
Hyper
ListenBook is a game-changer – it plays a wide variety of formats without any conversion needed. Book groups feature keeps series and related titles together. Neat and tidy! The app’s design is sleek and modern. ListenBook is my favorite audiobook player.
Tall Honey
I love that ListenBook offers both basic and advanced features, catering to all types of users. This app's user-friendly interface has made audiobook listening a breeze, even for a tech novice like me. 📚 Farewell, boredom during ironing sessions – audiobooks make it a breeze! 👗🎧 ListenBook's dedication to user convenience is evident in the drag-and-drop download feature from web browsers. A perfectly acceptable audiobook that fulfilled its purpose. The narration was competent if not particularly memorable, and the production quality was standard for the genre. It served as decent background entertainment during mundane tasks.
Acetic Princess
ListenBook's support for CarPlay and Apple Watch integration ensures that I can enjoy my audiobooks wherever I go. With ListenBook, my iPhone and iPad have become a gateway to a world of captivating stories. This app is a must-have for anyone who loves audiobooks. The interface is intuitive, and the app supports all formats. I love the auto-bookmark feature—it saves my place automatically, so I never lose track. Highly recommend! Solid performance, but not outstanding. The narrator did a fine job, though their tone was a bit monotonous at times. The story itself was engaging enough, but I wouldn’t call it unforgettable.
High-Fructose
Audiobook enthusiasts, gather round! This app's remarkable features, including audio filters and compatibility, have transformed my commutes into captivating journeys. 🎉🎧 Savoring captivating stories has become a breeze with this app's sleek design and convenient features. It's like having a personal reading assistant! 📱📖 The ability to organize my library is a huge plus. Everything is so neat and tidy.
Don Stab
I can now explore books beyond my preferred genre, broadening my reading horizons. ListenBook's chapters, controls, and filters have taken my audiobook journey to new heights. My long walks have turned into exciting adventures with this app. 🌌 Whether I'm cooking, commuting, or relaxing at home, this app's seamless functionality keeps me engaged in captivating narratives. 🎧✨
Stud
Tone adjustment is such an innovative feature. It adds a personal touch to narration. Listening stats feature keeps me on track with my audiobook goals. Love it! ListenBook is the ultimate audiobook player. The app supports all formats, and the import process is seamless. I love the playback history feature—it’s so easy to revisit my favorite parts. Highly recommend this app!
Lskeee
This app has transformed my daily routine into moments of literary delight. ListenBook's customizable audio filters add a new dimension to my audiobook enjoyment. I’m so impressed with ListenBook. The app is reliable, fast, and packed with features like customizable themes and playback speed. The sleep timer is a lifesaver for bedtime listening. Highly recommend this app!
RiddleRover
🚶♀️🎧 Walking and listening has never been this smooth – this app's user-friendly interface makes it a breeze to enjoy my favorite stories. 🏞️📖 Downloading audiobooks over WiFi is super easy. Saves time.
NexusNavigator
I appreciate the option to listen to samples before committing to a book. This app has transformed my screen time into valuable learning and entertainment. I can't get enough of this app – it's like having a personal library with me. ListenBook’s playback is silky-smooth. The app never glitches. The playback history is a great feature. I can easily revisit my favorite parts.
PixelPioneer
This app has made me appreciate the art of storytelling even more. Audiobooks have become my go-to gift for friends – and they all love it! The app's ability to handle various audio formats is impressive. No more file conversions! ListenBook is the best audiobook player I’ve ever used. The app is packed with features like customizable skip intervals, playback speed, and sleep timers. The interface is clean and easy to navigate, making it a joy to use. Five stars!
Fiend Oblivion
Book Groups on ListenBook make it easy to categorize and access my audiobooks. Who knew that commuting could become such an enjoyable reading session? ListenBook’s interface is sleek and user-friendly. Finding and playing my audiobooks has never been easier.
Die Slice
This app's convenience has made me fall in love with audiobooks all over again. 🎉 An app that turns house chores into exciting adventures – count me in! 🧹📖 💼 Making work hours enjoyable – audiobooks turn my tasks into learning opportunities and moments of joy. 💻📖
CyberScribe
ListenBook's integration of artwork and metadata adds a visually appealing touch to my library. I can't get enough of this app's intuitive controls – it's the perfect way to indulge in audiobooks. ListenBook's commitment to a user-friendly interface and intuitive controls is evident in every aspect of the app. Chapters make it so easy to pick up where I left off. No more hunting around. Automated artwork and metadata extraction make my audiobook library look neat and professional.
Shimmy Shammy
As a language enthusiast, this app has been a fantastic tool for learning new languages. Adjusting the narrator's voice tone is a creative feature that adds a personal touch to the experience.
Storm Master
Absolutely love this app! It's made my daily commute so much more enjoyable. Tone adjustment is such an innovative feature. It adds a personal touch to narration.
SWAT Honey
🌌 Adding an extra layer of delight to cooking – this app turns meal prep into a culinary adventure with its audiobooks! 🍲📖 ListenBook's easy sharing options make it a breeze to introduce friends to my favorite audiobooks. Sharing is caring! The library organization feature is a blessing. My audiobooks are finally organized and easy to find. The app's compatibility with CarPlay enhances my driving experience. Audiobooks on the road have never been better.
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