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NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER WALL STREET JOURNAL BESTSELLER WASHINGTON POST BESTSELLER * Andy Borowitz, "one of the funniest people in America" (CBS Sunday Morning), brilliantly "chronicles our embrace of anti-intellectualism" (Walter Isaacson) in American politics, from Ronald Reagan to Dan Quayle, from George W. Bush to Sarah Palin, to its apotheosis in Donald J. Trump. Andy Borowitz has been called a "Swiftian satirist" (The Wall Street Journal) and "one of the country's finest satirists" (The New York Times). Millions of fans and New Yorker readers enjoy his satirical news column "The Borowitz Report." Now, in Profiles in Ignorance, he delivers "a wittily alarming polemic that tracks the evolution of American politics from grounds for gravitas to festival of idiocy" (The New York Times). Borowitz argues that over the past fifty years, American politicians have grown increasingly allergic to knowledge, and mass media have encouraged the election of ignoramuses by elevating candidates who are better at performing than thinking. Starting with Ronald Reagan's first campaign for governor of California in 1966 and culminating with the election of Donald J. Trump to the White House, Borowitz shows how, during the age of twenty-four-hour news and social media, the US has elected politicians to positions of great power whose lack of the most basic information is terrifying. In addition to Reagan, Quayle, Bush, Palin, and Trump, Borowitz covers a host of congresspersons, senators, and governors who have helped lower the bar over the past five decades. Profiles in Ignorance aims to make us both laugh and cry: laugh at the idiotic antics of these public figures, and cry at the cataclysms these icons of ignorance have caused. But most importantly, the book delivers a call to action and a cause for optimism: History doesn't move in a straight line, and we can change course if we act now.
Paris Boost
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Cardinal Rebel
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Lady In Red
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Mrs. Voltage
Automatic metadata retrieval is a neat touch. My library is well-organized. Perfect for both first-time listeners and audiobook veterans! The narrator's warm, inviting tone made this an incredibly comfortable listening experience. I particularly appreciated how well they handled dialogue - each character felt distinct without being cartoonish. The pacing kept me engaged throughout. This audiobook spoiled me for others! The narrator's professional delivery set a high bar - perfect diction, ideal pacing, and emotional authenticity. The recording quality was equally impressive with no distracting artifacts. I finished it far too quickly because I couldn't stop listening.
Back Bett
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NemesisX
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Gr8 Flick
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RealmRanger
ListenBook's commitment to excellence shines through in its powerful features and seamless performance. The narrator's voice was so pleasant and easy to listen to. They had perfect pacing and made even the slower parts engaging. I found myself looking forward to my commute just to listen more!
Classy Dancer
Changing the tone of the sound on ListenBook Pro is a fun and unique feature I can't get enough of. ListenBook's support for CarPlay and Apple Watch integration has made multitasking with audio content a breeze.
Find It Girl
The statistics feature is brilliant. I love seeing how much time I spend on audiobooks with ListenBook. ListenBook’s playback is smooth and reliable. I never have issues with audio quality. The app is so intuitive. I didn’t even need to read the instructions. ListenBook is the best audiobook player I’ve ever used. The app is packed with features like customizable skip intervals, playback speed, and sleep timers. The interface is clean and easy to navigate, making it a joy to use. Five stars!
PixelPathfinder
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Bones
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Fatsy Bear
This app has made my workouts and chores so much more enjoyable. Navigating audiobooks seamlessly – this app's design is top-notch. ListenBook's integration with CarPlay and Apple Watch is seamless. I can now enjoy my favorite audiobooks during commutes and workouts. The app's versatility in audio downloading is unmatched. It's a comprehensive solution for my audiobook needs. Playback speed and volume controls are fantastic.
Pink Stream
I'm able to enjoy books in a whole new way – while cooking, working out, or even gardening. Sharing audiobooks with friends is a breeze thanks to ListenBook Pro's AirDrop and sharing options. Spread the joy of a good story! ListenBook’s playback is smooth and reliable. I never have issues with audio quality. I love the download options. ListenBook gives me so many ways to get my audiobooks onto my device.
Spooky Electric
The family subscription option is a money-saver – everyone gets to enjoy their favorite books. 📱 Carrying stories in my pocket – this app's convenience is a game-changer! 📚🛍️
Nessie
The ability to change playback speed and audio volume on ListenBook gives me full control over my listening experience. I'm hooked on this app's seamless performance – it's like having a personal audiobook curator. The noise reduction feature in ListenBook Pro is a game-changer for enjoying clear recordings. ListenBook Pro's unlimited audiobook length is a game-changer. One of the best audiobooks I’ve heard! The story was compelling, and the narrator’s delivery added depth to every scene. I found myself looking for excuses to listen just a little longer. Will definitely revisit this one!
Beo
ListenBook has transformed my listening habits, making them more engaging and enjoyable. My daily workouts are more enjoyable now, thanks to seamless integration with Apple Watch. I love the ability to share my progress with friends. It’s a fun feature.
Alpha
The diverse selection of audiobooks has made me fall in love with storytelling all over again. This app's library is a treasure trove – I'm always discovering new favorites. Audiobooks have become my constant companions, and this app's seamless functionality and broad compatibility ensure every story is a captivating ride. 🌌🎧 Listening statistics motivate me to read more. Excellent feature!
Easy Mac
ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature has made my dictaphone recordings much more comfortable to listen to. Kudos to the developers for making this app iOS 16 optimized. It runs like a dream!
Crash Enforcer
I'm constantly amazed by the vast selection – there's always something new to discover. 🌟 Say goodbye to boredom during long drives – this app makes road trips fly by! 🚗🎉 The range of audio formats supported is incredible. No need to worry about file conversion. Noise reduction in ListenBook Pro ensures crystal-clear playback even in noisy environments. ListenBook Pro's unlimited audiobook length is a game-changer.
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