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Plunder and Deceit - An Audiobook Review
Mark R. Levin's Plunder and Deceit is a compelling, no-frills warning that comes alive in the spoken word. From the first chapter, Levin's baritone voice cuts through the noise of modern politics with the same clarity that made his columns a staple on national radio. The book feels less like an academic treatise and more like a conversation between a seasoned commentator and a generation that has grown up watching their world shift beneath them.
Levin draws heavily from Madison's Federalist No. 51, reminding listeners that a government must be powerful enough to control the governed yet restrained enough to keep itself in check. He doesn't just restate this principle; he shows how our current federal apparatus is slipping into an "authoritarian and centralized Leviathan." The audiobook pacing is brisk, with Levin weaving historical anecdotes, contemporary statistics, and rhetorical questions that make you sit up in your chair-or in a car on the highway.
What makes Plunder and Deceit especially gripping is its focus on youth. Levin argues that young people are the most vulnerable to "statist manipulation" and groupthink, yet they also hold the key to change. He calls for a new civil-rights movement that empowers the next generation to reclaim their future. The narrative voice shifts from cautionary to actionable, ending each chapter with a direct challenge: "Will you stand in your own defense so that yours and future generations can live in freedom?"
The production quality is top notch-clear narration, balanced pacing, and subtle inflections that highlight Levin's passion without overwhelming the listener. Even for those who may not share his political convictions, the audiobook invites reflection on the role of government and personal responsibility.
In sum, Plunder and Deceit is a thought-provoking, well-crafted audio experience that will leave you both uneasy about where we are headed and energized about what could be achieved. It's a must-listen for anyone who cares about preserving liberty in an era of expanding federal power.
Scratch
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Silent
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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