Book description
“There are at least two kinds of games,” states James P. Carse as he begins this extraordinary book. “One could be called finite; the other infinite. A finite game is played for the purpose of winning, an infinite game for the purpose of continuing the play.”Finite games are the familiar contests of everyday life; they are played in order to be won, which is when they end. But infinite games are more mysterious. Their object is not winning, but ensuring the continuation of play. The rules may change, the boundaries may change, even the participants may change—as long as the game is never allowed to come to an end. What are infinite games? How do they affect the ways we play our finite games? What are we doing when we play—finitely or infinitely? And how can infinite games affect the ways in which we live our lives? Carse explores these questions with stunning elegance, teasing out of his distinctions a universe of observation and insight, noting where and why and how we play, finitely and infinitely. He surveys our world—from the finite games of the playing field and playing board to the infinite games found in culture and religion—leaving all we think we know illuminated and transformed. Along the way, Carse finds new ways of understanding everything, from how an actress portrays a role to how we engage in sex, from the nature of evil to the nature of science. Finite games, he shows, may offer wealth and status, power and glory, but infinite games offer something far more subtle and far grander. Carse has written a book rich in insight and aphorism. Already an international literary event, Finite and Infinite Games is certain to be argued about and celebrated for years to come. Reading it is the first step in learning to play the infinite game.
RiddleRover
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Sloth
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Hemingway Mirmillone
This audiobook app is a true gem – it brings stories to life with every click. I'm addicted to this app – it's a non-stop journey through captivating tales.
SubWoof330
Background play feature lets me multitask while enjoying a book – brilliant! With ListenBook, my daily commutes have become a cherished time for learning and enjoyment.
Firefly
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Parallax Sugar
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Miss Nova
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Hella Fella
The audio filters on ListenBook enhance the sound quality, making every listening session a treat for my ears. Book groups are a thoughtful addition. I can group related titles for easy access.
Alias Stick
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Berry Succubus
I love how this app fits seamlessly into my daily routine. I can't imagine my life without this app – it's my passport to countless stories. The app is very easy to use. ListenBook makes managing my audiobook library simple. One of the best audiobooks I’ve heard! The story was compelling, and the narrator’s delivery added depth to every scene. I found myself looking for excuses to listen just a little longer. Will definitely revisit this one!
Riff Raff
The ease of downloading content via WiFi, WebDAV, and more has made ListenBook my audiobook hub. I'm hooked on this app's intuitive features – from chapters to playback controls. ListenBook's integration with CarPlay and Apple Watch is seamless. I can now enjoy my favorite audiobooks during commutes and workouts. Sharing audiobooks through AirDrop is a wonderful way to spread the joy of storytelling. Fairly enjoyable, but forgettable. I didn’t have any major complaints, but I also don’t see myself revisiting this one. It was a decent way to spend a few hours, though.
Squatch
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Zero Charisma
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Lunar Treat
I've fallen in love with literature all over again, thanks to this incredible app. With ListenBook, my audio content is organized, accessible, and ready to inspire me. With this app, I've unlocked the secret to reading even on the busiest days. Sharing books with friends via AirDrop is so convenient. Thanks, ListenBook!
VileHero
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Tea Kettle
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Little Drunk Girl
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Street Jolly
ListenBook's support for a variety of audio formats makes it a versatile and essential app for audiobook enthusiasts. With ListenBook Pro, I can enjoy super long audiobooks. It's fantastic! Perfect for both first-time listeners and audiobook veterans! The narrator's warm, inviting tone made this an incredibly comfortable listening experience. I particularly appreciated how well they handled dialogue - each character felt distinct without being cartoonish. The pacing kept me engaged throughout.
Dove Dolce
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Baby Spell
🎉 Rekindling my love for reading – this app makes each day a new adventure! 📖🚀 Audiobook pleasure simplified – this app's design is a true winner. The statistics feature in ListenBook provides valuable insights into my audiobook habits, helping me learn and grow. Library organization is brilliant. No more cluttered audiobook collection. Adjusting the tone of the voice is a unique feature that adds a personalized touch to the 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