Book description
A strikingly original exploration of what it might mean to be authentically human in the age of artificial intelligence, from the author of the critically-acclaimed Interior States. - "At times personal, at times philosophical, with a bracing mixture of openness and skepticism, it speaks thoughtfully and articulately to the most crucial issues awaiting our future." --Phillip Lopate "[A] truly fantastic book."--Ezra Klein For most of human history the world was a magical and enchanted place ruled by forces beyond our understanding. The rise of science and Descartes's division of mind from world made materialism our ruling paradigm, in the process asking whether our own consciousness--i.e., souls--might be illusions. Now the inexorable rise of technology, with artificial intelligences that surpass our comprehension and control, and the spread of digital metaphors for self-understanding, the core questions of existence--identity, knowledge, the very nature and purpose of life itself--urgently require rethinking. Meghan O'Gieblyn tackles this challenge with philosophical rigor, intellectual reach, essayistic verve, refreshing originality, and an ironic sense of contradiction. She draws deeply and sometimes humorously from her own personal experience as a formerly religious believer still haunted by questions of faith, and she serves as the best possible guide to navigating the territory we are all entering.
High Woo
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The Shield Toronto
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Palomino
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Steel Ginger
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M8deUp
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Alias Stick
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DollFaceKillah
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Daffy Neo
The quality of the audio is top-notch, making the experience truly immersive. Frequent updates ensure there's always something new and exciting to listen to.
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Kitchen
Changing the tone of the sound on ListenBook Pro is a fun and unique feature I can't get enough of. From novels to speeches, this app's versatility in playing different formats has turned my ordinary moments into extraordinary listening sessions. ๐ฑ๐ Looping playback is my favorite feature. It's perfect for revisiting complex content. Library organization has never been easier thanks to ListenBook. My collection is well-managed. Downloading audiobooks is a breeze, thanks to the variety of options available.
DreamWeaver
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Alley Cat
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Metal Lady
ListenBook's support for network device downloads and drag-and-drop is a time-saving delight. ListenBook's noise reduction feature in the Pro version is a game-changer. I can now focus on the story even in noisy environments. Sharing audiobooks through AirDrop is a wonderful way to spread the joy of storytelling.
Blue Despair
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Star Scratch
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Little Cobra
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Truth
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Corny
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Iron Jesus
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Starshine
ListenBook's commitment to providing a high-quality audiobook experience is truly commendable. ListenBook's versatile controls and playback options have made my study sessions more productive and enjoyable. Looping playback has revolutionized my study sessions. I'm learning faster than ever. I can't get enough of the binaural audio processing. It's like a breath of fresh air for my ears. Tone adjustment adds a personalized touch to the narration, making the audiobook experience even more immersive.
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