Book description
An unprecedented historical, sociological, and geographic look at how property markets change and fail--and how that affects cities. In From Boom to Bubble, Rachel Weber debunks the idea that booms occur only when cities are growing and innovating. Instead, she argues, even in cities experiencing employment and population decline, developers rush to erect new office towers and apartment buildings when they have financial incentives to do so. Focusing on the main causes of overbuilding during the early 2000s, Weber documents the case of Chicago's "Millennial Boom," showing that the Loop's expansion was a response to global and local pressures to produce new assets. An influx of cheap cash, made available through the use of complex financial instruments, helped transform what started as a boom grounded in modest occupant demand into a speculative bubble, where pricing and supply had only tenuous connections to the market. From Boom to Bubble is an innovative look at how property markets change and fail--and how that affects cities.
Red Woman
The 'Continue Listening' feature ensures I never lose my place, no matter where I am. ListenBook has united my love for audiobooks with my passion for learning. What a brilliant app! This app is a must-have for audiobook enthusiasts. The ability to adjust skip intervals and playback speed is fantastic. I also love the auto-bookmark feature—it saves my place automatically, so I never lose track. Worth every penny!
Sepukku
I'm blown away by the range of non-fiction audiobooks available – so much to learn! Sharing audiobooks through AirDrop is a wonderful way to share the joy of storytelling with friends, sparking engaging conversations and connections that transcend boundaries.
PixelPilgrim
Bookmarks are a must-have for any audiobook lover. They help me stay organized and engaged. With ListenBook Pro, I'm no longer limited by audiobook length. It's a liberating experience! Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a wonderful way to spread the love of literature. Easy sharing with friends via AirDrop. Very convenient. The app is perfect for people who love to listen to books while commuting.
Heaven Sent
Audiobooks have transformed my daily walks into a time of inspiration and learning. ListenBook's commitment to enhancing the audiobook experience is evident in its thoughtful features and design. Sharing audiobooks through AirDrop is a wonderful way to share stories and connect with friends. I love the chapter navigation feature. ListenBook makes it easy to find specific sections.
West Warrior
ListenBook's unlimited length of audiobooks with the Pro version is a fantastic value for avid listeners. ListenBook's commitment to user experience shines through its thoughtful design and seamless functionality. Library organization and book groups make managing my audiobook collection a breeze. The playback speed control is a game-changer. ListenBook lets me listen at my own pace.
Necromancer
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Darkside Hooker
Sharing audiobooks with friends is a fantastic way to introduce them to new stories. The app is so well-designed. It’s clear the developers put a lot of thought into it.
Elektrik
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Fennel Dove
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High Heel Goddess
Bravo to the creators of this app – they've truly captured the essence of convenient audiobook enjoyment. The smooth playback and thoughtful design are a win. 📚👏 Looping playback and shuffle features keep my audiobook sessions engaging and fresh. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a game-changer for improving audio quality and clarity.
Bootleg Taximan
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Jester
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Gunhawk
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Moon Orchid
Being able to customize the listening duration is perfect for quick breaks. 💡 This app truly understands the needs of audiobook enthusiasts – it delivers an effortless and enjoyable listening experience. 📚🎧 The basic audio filters are a game-changer. Adjusting playback speed is a breeze.
Acid Queen
The sound quality is outstanding – it's like having a movie theater in my ears! This audiobook app is a true gem – it brings stories to life with every click. ListenBook's support for playlists in the CUE format makes organizing and enjoying audiobook series a delightful experience. Perfect for listening to educational materials. Highly efficient and useful. The app is so easy to set up. I was listening to my books in no time.
StarZen
🌟 Simplifying my reading routine – this app's user-friendly design ensures I'm always in sync with my favorite stories. 📚✨ Finally, an app that understands the power of CUE playlists. Perfect for organizing. The app is very easy to use. ListenBook makes managing my audiobook library simple. It was fine. The narrator did an adequate job but nothing about the performance particularly stood out to me. Got me through my commute though.
Frosty Snazz
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Slacker Cat
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Show Off
With this app, my daily routines have become moments of intellectual exploration and personal growth. I'm amazed at how this app has made reading a seamless part of my life.
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