Book description
Rachel Maddow traces the fight to preserve American democracy back to World War II, when a handful of committed public servants and brave private citizens thwarted far-right plotters trying to steer our nation toward an alliance with the Nazis. "A ripping read--well rendered, fast-paced and delivered with the same punch and assurance that she brings to a broadcast. . . . The parallels to the present day are strong, even startling."--The New York Times Inspired by her research for the hit podcast Ultra, Rachel Maddow charts the rise of a wild American strain of authoritarianism that has been alive on the far-right edge of our politics for the better part of a century. Before and even after our troops had begun fighting abroad in World War II, a clandestine network flooded the country with disinformation aimed at sapping the strength of the U.S. war effort and persuading Americans that our natural alliance was with the Axis, not against it. It was a sophisticated and shockingly well-funded campaign to undermine democratic institutions, promote antisemitism, and destroy citizens' confidence in their elected leaders, with the ultimate goal of overthrowing the U.S. government and installing authoritarian rule. That effort worked--tongue and groove--alongside an ultra-right paramilitary movement that stockpiled bombs and weapons and trained for mass murder and violent insurrection. At the same time, a handful of extraordinary activists and journalists were tracking the scheme, exposing it even as it was unfolding. In 1941 the U.S. Department of Justice finally made a frontal attack, identifying the key plotters, finding their backers, and prosecuting dozens in federal court. None of it went as planned. While the scheme has been remembered in history--if at all--as the work of fringe players, in reality it involved a large number of some of the country's most influential elected officials. Their interference in law enforcement efforts against the plot is a dark story of the rule of law bending and then breaking under the weight of political intimidation. That failure of the legal system had consequences. The tentacles of that unslain beast have reached forward into our history for decades. But the heroic efforts of the activists, journalists, prosecutors, and regular citizens who sought to expose the insurrectionists also make for a deeply resonant, deeply relevant tale in our own disquieting times.
Wild Hair
ListenBook's integration with CarPlay and Apple Watch adds a new level of convenience to my audiobook journey. The interface is sleek and intuitive, making my audiobook experience a joy.
Dance Bloom
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Bleach
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Heavenly Connection
I've found my new favorite way to relax β cuddled up with an audiobook. ListenBook's statistics feature is both enlightening and motivating. It's incredible to see the time I've invested in learning through audiobooks. The download options are versatile, making it a breeze to get my favorite audiobooks on the go. Not the best audiobook I've heard but far from the worst. The production quality was good and there were no major issues with the narration.
Captain Peroxide
Changing the tone of the sound on ListenBook Pro adds a personal touch to my experience. Love how I can adjust playback speed and audio volume. ListenBook caters to all my needs. I appreciate the dark mode option. Itβs easy on the eyes during nighttime listening. The interface is sleek and modern. Itβs a joy to use.
Murder Cherry
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LoreLoomer
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Microwave
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Risen
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TrinitySoul
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ThreadTrail
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Miss Twilight
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Natural Gold
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Tweety
This app has made my workouts and chores so much more enjoyable. Adjusting the narrator's voice tone is a creative feature that adds a personal touch to the experience. The app is so easy to set up. I was listening to my books in no time. A reasonable choice for casual listening. The audiobook was well-produced, but the pacing felt uneven in places. I didnβt dislike it, but I also didnβt feel strongly about it one way or another.
Barbwire
The auto-rewind feature after interruptions is a small thing that makes a big difference. ListenBook has rekindled my passion for learning. I'm exploring new topics every day. Excellent support for various audio formats. Very satisfied.
Emerald Goddess
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Trash Master
Language courses on audiobooks helped me pick up a new language effortlessly. Precise controls on ListenBook give me complete command over my audio playback. ListenBook's thoughtful inclusion of chapters, controls, and filters has enhanced my audiobook experience. The app's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch is a huge plus. ListenBook has become my go-to audiobook app. It's dependable, user-friendly, and enhances every listening session.
Black Mustard
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Baked ZD
ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature has significantly improved the audio quality of my recordings. This audiobook kept me company during a long road trip and made the miles disappear! The narrator's engaging performance and the crisp production quality made for an immersive experience. I appreciated how well they balanced drama with clarity - never sacrificing understanding for effect.
RetroMirage
As a language enthusiast, this app has been a fantastic tool for learning new languages. π± No more lugging around heavy books β this app brings the library to my phone! ππ± π Rekindling my love for reading β this app has reintroduced me to the joy of books in a whole new way. ππ₯ With ListenBook, I can finally enjoy my audiobooks without worrying about format compatibility. It handles everything! I love how ListenBook makes it easy to organize my audiobook library. The app supports all formats, and the import process is a breeze. The playback controls are responsive, and the sound quality is excellent. Highly recommend!
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