Book description
#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER From the author of Sapiens comes the groundbreaking story of how information networks have made, and unmade, our world."Striking original . . . A historian whose arguments operate on the scale of millennia has managed to capture the zeitgeist perfectly."-The Economist"This deeply important book comes at a critical time as we all think through the implications of AI and automated content production. . . . Masterful and provocative."-Mustafa Suleyman, author of The Coming WaveFor the last 100,000 years, we Sapiens have accumulated enormous power. But despite all our discoveries, inventions, and conquests, we now find ourselves in an existential crisis. The world is on the verge of ecological collapse. Misinformation abounds. And we are rushing headlong into the age of AI-a new information network that threatens to annihilate us. For all that we have accomplished, why are we so self-destructive? Nexus looks through the long lens of human history to consider how the flow of information has shaped us, and our world. Taking us from the Stone Age, through the canonization of the Bible, early modern witch-hunts, Stalinism, Nazism, and the resurgence of populism today, Yuval Noah Harari asks us to consider the complex relationship between information and truth, bureaucracy and mythology, wisdom and power. He explores how different societies and political systems throughout history have wielded information to achieve their goals, for good and ill. And he addresses the urgent choices we face as non-human intelligence threatens our very existence. Information is not the raw material of truth; neither is it a mere weapon. Nexus explores the hopeful middle ground between these extremes, and in doing so, rediscovers our shared humanity.
London Fox
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RiddleRover
The features on this app, from bookmarks to playback speed, cater to all preferences. I love how this app fits seamlessly into my daily routine. Thanks to ListenBook, downloading audiobooks has never been easier or more convenient. ListenBook has all the features I need. My go-to audiobook app! The app is so easy to set up. I was listening to my books in no time.
Fatsy Bear
I'm exploring new genres and authors I wouldn't have considered otherwise. With this app, I've turned my everyday moments into meaningful opportunities for growth and learning. Tone adjustment adds a new layer of personalization to my audiobook experience. It's like having the narrator tailor the voice to my preferences. The app is so versatile. It works with all my devices.
Ella of Light
The app's interface is sleek and modern, making it a joy to use. ListenBook has transformed my listening habits, making them more engaging and enjoyable. This app's sleek design and intuitive navigation have made audiobook listening a seamless experience. ListenBook has become my workout buddy. It keeps me entertained and motivated during exercise. The subtle background music at key moments enhanced the experience without being distracting. More audiobooks should use this technique when appropriate!
Domino
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PixelPioneer
The interface is sleek and modern. It's a pleasure to navigate and use the app. Excellent support for various audio formats. Very satisfied.
Electric Saturn
I'm amazed at how this app has made reading such a natural part of my day. Auto-rewind feature is extremely helpful. Great functionality.
Steel Ginger
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Referee
I'd love to see more classic titles, but the current selection is already fantastic. High-quality playback even with complex formats like FLAC. Impressive! Incredible character voices! Each person felt distinct without being over-the-top. The emotional scenes gave me chills with how well they were delivered.
NexusNavigator
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Preach Man
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Dahlia
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Pockets
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MindfulMingle
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Round Kick Boomer
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Scrapple
Thanks to ListenBook's extensive statistics, I can track my audiobook consumption and celebrate my progress. The app is perfect for people who love to listen to books at night.
LunaStar
With ListenBook, I can explore new genres, learn new topics, and enjoy classic literature with ease. ListenBook is a must-have for any audiobook enthusiast. It's reliable, efficient, and a pleasure to use.
Good William
Thanks to ListenBook's automatic extraction of artwork and metadata, my library looks organized and appealing. This app's compatibility with various devices ensures that I can enjoy my audiobooks wherever I am. A reasonable choice for casual listening. The audiobook was well-produced, but the pacing felt uneven in places. I didn’t dislike it, but I also didn’t feel strongly about it one way or another.
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