Book description
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.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.
Domino
ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a blessing for clear listening in noisy environments. The app supports a wide range of formats. ListenBook is very versatile. A middle-of-the-road audiobook that neither impressed nor disappointed. The narrator's voice was agreeable enough for extended listening, though their character differentiation could have been stronger. The production met basic industry standards without any standout qualities.
ThermalMode
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Daisy Stick
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Alberta
ListenBook's dedication to optimizing for iOS 16 ensures a seamless experience on the latest devices. ListenBook's commitment to excellence shines through in its user-friendly interface and smooth playback. Sharing audiobooks through AirDrop is a wonderful way to spread the joy of storytelling. One of the best audiobooks Iβve heard! The story was compelling, and the narratorβs delivery added depth to every scene. I found myself looking for excuses to listen just a little longer. Will definitely revisit this one!
Crash Enforcer
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High-Fructose
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Sweet Manhattan
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Mr. Lucky
Automated extraction of artwork and metadata adds a professional touch to my library. Adjustable playback speed and volume controls are fantastic features. The sleep timer is a lifesaver. I fall asleep listening to my books every night.
Landfill Max
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High Beam
I'm amazed at how immersive the experience is β it's like being inside the story. This app's compatibility with different file types means that my entire audiobook collection is at my fingertips.
Poppin Loot
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Koi Diva
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Hen Skittle
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ZenaCake
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Twix Esses
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Natural Gold
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RealmRanger
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Jelly Camber
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Twix Esses
Being able to download audiobooks for offline listening is a game-changer. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a great way to spread the joy of reading.
Combo Saw
ListenBook has transformed my mundane activities into enjoyable moments of learning and entertainment. The convenience of downloading audiobooks for offline listening is a game-changer. πΌ Making every minute count β this app's ease of use ensures I'm always making progress in my audiobook adventures. π±π Unlimited audiobook length with ListenBook Pro is a game-changer. The best app for audiobooks. Downloading and organizing files is super easy with ListenBook.
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