Book description
"Bernays' honest and practical manual provides much insight into some of the most powerful and influential institutions of contemporary industrial state capitalist democracies."--Noam Chomsky "The conscious and intelligent manipulation of the organized habits and opinions of the masses is an important element in democratic society. Those who manipulate this unseen mechanism of society constitute an invisible government which is the true ruling power of our country."--Edward Bernays A seminal and controversial figure in the history of political thought and public relations, Edward Bernays (1891-1995), pioneered the scientific technique of shaping and manipulating public opinion, which he famously dubbed "engineering of consent." During World War I, he was an integral part of the U.S. Committee on Public Information (CPI), a powerful propaganda apparatus that was mobilized to package, advertise and sell the war to the American people as one that would "Make the World Safe for Democracy." The CPI would become the blueprint in which marketing strategies for future wars would be based upon. Bernays applied the techniques he had learned in the CPI and, incorporating some of the ideas of Walter Lipmann, as well as his uncle, Sigmund Freud, became an outspoken proponent of propaganda as a tool for democratic and corporate manipulation of the population. His 1928 bombshell Propaganda lays out his eerily prescient vision for using propaganda to regiment the collective mind in a variety of areas, including government, politics, art, science and education. To read this book today is to frightfully comprehend what our contemporary institutions of government and business have become in regards to organized manipulation of the masses.
Killer Curio
ListenBook's support for playlists in the CUE format makes organizing and enjoying audiobook series a delightful experience. The app is perfect for road trips. It keeps me entertained for hours. The app is so easy to use. I was up and running in minutes.
Shimmy Shammy
Looping playback is an invaluable study tool. It helps me absorb complex information effortlessly. Great for listening to a variety of content. Highly recommend! An unobjectionable but unexceptional audiobook experience. The narrator's performance was serviceable and the audio quality was fine, but nothing about the production particularly stood out or elevated the material. It was decent background listening.
Arsenic Coo
π My audiobook haven β this app is like a door to endless adventures and knowledge! ππ This app is perfect for anyone who loves audiobooks. The interface is sleek and modern, and the playback controls are super responsive. I also appreciate the cloud integration, which lets me access my books from anywhere. Great work!
StormCake
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Lady Fantastic
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Pixie Soldier
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DreamDasher
I can't thank the developers enough for constantly updating and improving the app. Being able to customize the listening duration is perfect for quick breaks. With ListenBook, I can now listen to my favorite audiobooks and speeches with the utmost comfort and convenience. This app has helped me achieve my reading goals and explore new genres effortlessly.
Crazy Rox
Changing the tone of the sound on ListenBook Pro is a fun and unique feature I can't get enough of. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature enhances my audiobook experience, ensuring I catch every detail. AirDrop sharing makes it easy to share audiobooks with friends.
MysticMingle
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Bowie
ListenBook's support for various audio formats means I never have to worry about compatibility issues. ListenBook has made managing and enjoying audiobooks, lectures, and speeches effortless and enjoyable. User-friendly brilliance! This app's functionality enhances my audiobook experience.
Moon Orchid
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Ship Whip
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Little Drunk Girl
Listening to books in their original language has improved my foreign language skills. ListenBook's dedication to enhancing the audiobook experience has made it my preferred app for listening to content on the go. No more fussing with synchronization β this app just gets it done! ListenBook has completely changed how I enjoy audiobooks. The app is packed with features like customizable skip intervals, playback speed, and sleep timers. The interface is clean and easy to navigate. Five stars!
Lightening Trip
This app has ignited my passion for reading once again β but in a modern, convenient way. Audiobooks have become my constant companions during my daily activities. I love the ability to change the playback speed. Itβs perfect for my needs.
Indigo Red
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MythMaker
Audiobook heaven! This app has revolutionized the way I enjoy stories. Its sleek design and seamless functionality make it a must-have for book lovers. ππ§ ListenBook's commitment to user experience shines through its thoughtful design and seamless functionality.
MuseMaster
This app has made my downtime so much more productive and enjoyable. Organization made easy! This app's efficient management of my audiobook collection ensures I'm always engrossed in a captivating tale. ππ± ListenBook Pro's tone adjustment feature is an innovative way to make each audiobook unique.
Aqua Monsoon
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QuantumQuill
The narrator's voices are so captivating, it's like they bring the stories to life. ListenBook is a must-have for audiobook lovers. The auto-rewind feature ensures I never miss a word. With ListenBook Pro, I can enjoy super long audiobooks. It's fantastic!
Cooger
Listening to audiobooks on this app has become my favorite way to relax. From MP3 to FLAC, this app plays them all flawlessly. Say goodbye to compatibility issues! High-quality playback even with complex formats like FLAC. Impressive!
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