Book description
A new way of seeing the essential systems hidden inside our walls, under our streets, and all around us Infrastructure is a marvel, meeting our basic needs and enabling lives of astounding ease and productivity that would have been unimaginable just a century ago. It is the physical manifestation of our social contract--of our ability to work collectively for the public good--and it consists of the most complex and vast technological systems ever created by humans. A soaring bridge is an obvious infrastructural feat, but so are the mostly hidden reservoirs, transformers, sewers, cables, and pipes that deliver water, energy, and information to wherever we need it. When these systems work well, they hide in plain sight. Engineer and materials scientist Deb Chachra takes readers on a fascinating tour of these essential utilities, revealing how they work, what it takes to keep them running, just how much we rely on them--but also whom they work well for, and who pays the costs. Across the U.S. and elsewhere, these systems are suffering from systemic neglect and the effects of climate change, becoming unavoidably visible when they break down. Communities that are already marginalized often bear the brunt of these failures. But Chachra maps out a path for transforming and rebuilding our shared infrastructure to be not just functional but also equitable, resilient, and sustainable. The cost of not being able to rely on these systems is unthinkably high. We need to learn how to see them--and fix them, together--before it's too late.
Wooden German
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NexusNavigator
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Venious
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Black Hole Necromancer
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Sw33per
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Dez Bonbon
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Scrapper
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Legacy
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Senior Smurf
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Sweet Manhattan
ListenBook's compatibility with multiple downloading methods ensures there's always a way to get my content. ListenBook has become my go-to app for all things audio β from lectures to speeches, it's got it all. This app has reignited my love for literature in the most delightful way. Kudos to the developers for creating an app that caters to audiobook lovers like me. From sleek design to functional features, it's a true gem. ππ The statistics tracking feature is very useful. ListenBook helps me keep track of my listening time.
Toxic-oxide
I've found solace and relaxation in the pages of countless audiobooks. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop and Sharing on ListenBook Pro is a social audiophile's dream. 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. ππ§
Sherwood Gladiator
ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay is a huge plus during long drives. Chapters make navigation a breeze. I can easily pick up where I left off. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a fun way to introduce them to captivating stories.
IceDog
ListenBook's commitment to excellence shines through in its user-friendly interface and smooth playback. I'm impressed by how this app seamlessly syncs across my devices. ListenBook's innovation, seamless playback, and versatile features make it a standout app. This app's intuitive features and easy navigation make it the perfect companion for any audiobook lover.
Hex Panther
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Fire Queen
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Trixie Doodle
The smart recommendation feature keeps surprising me with books I never knew I'd love. With this app, audiobook listening has become a seamless and enjoyable part of my everyday life. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a wonderful way to spread the love of literature. The app supports a wide range of formats. ListenBook is very versatile.
Magenta
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Toy Town
Tone adjustment is such a unique feature. It's like customizing the narrator's voice. The statistics tracking feature is very useful. ListenBook helps me keep track of my listening time.
Shady Lady
Bookmarks are a lifesaver for audiobook lovers. They help me keep track of important moments. CUE playlist support is a fantastic feature that allows me to curate customized listening sessions, whether for study, relaxation, or entertainment.
Poptart AK47
Finally, an app that supports a wide range of audio formats! It's a must-have for audiobook enthusiasts. As someone who struggles to focus on audiobooks, this kept my attention the whole way through. The narrator's clear diction and expressive delivery were perfect.
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