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NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER "In our uncertain age, which can so often feel so dark and disturbing, Steven Pinker has distinguished himself as a voice of positivity." - New York Times Can reading a book make you more rational? Can it help us understand why there is so much irrationality in the world? Steven Pinker, author of Enlightenment Now (Bill Gates's new favorite book of all time") answers all the questions here Today humanity is reaching new heights of scientific understanding--and also appears to be losing its mind. How can a species that developed vaccines for Covid-19 in less than a year produce so much fake news, medical quackery, and conspiracy theorizing? Pinker rejects the cynical clichΓ© that humans are simply irrational--cavemen out of time saddled with biases, fallacies, and illusions. After all, we discovered the laws of nature, lengthened and enriched our lives, and set out the benchmarks for rationality itself. We actually think in ways that are sensible in the low-tech contexts in which we spend most of our lives, but fail to take advantage of the powerful tools of reasoning we've discovered over the millennia: logic, critical thinking, probability, correlation and causation, and optimal ways to update beliefs and commit to choices individually and with others. These tools are not a standard part of our education, and have never been presented clearly and entertainingly in a single book--until now. Rationality also explores its opposite: how the rational pursuit of self-interest, sectarian solidarity, and uplifting mythology can add up to crippling irrationality in a society. Collective rationality depends on norms that are explicitly designed to promote objectivity and truth. Rationality matters. It leads to better choices in our lives and in the public sphere, and is the ultimate driver of social justice and moral progress. Brimming with Pinker's customary insight and humor, Rationality will enlighten, inspire, and empower.
Sky Bully
Integration with Apple CarPlay has made long road trips so much more enjoyable. The Looping playback and Shuffle features on ListenBook help me customize my listening sessions to my liking. ListenBook's support for various download methods means I can acquire new content in a way that suits me best.
Dance Cannon
I'm exploring new genres and authors I wouldn't have considered otherwise. The noise reduction feature on ListenBook Pro is a godsend for clear and comfortable listening. ListenBook's library organization keeps my audiobooks neat and accessible. A true organizational lifesaver! The narrator was good but spoke a bit too slowly for my taste. I had to speed it up to 1.2x which then made some parts sound slightly unnatural.
Firefly
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Gunhawk
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Firecracker
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Aqua Diva
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LyRz
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Lil Rebel Ma
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Trigger Warming
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Soda Delirium
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ReiGnZ
This app has brought stories to life in a way that traditional reading never could. Audiobooks have turned my mundane activities into opportunities for learning and enjoyment.
Gentle Avenger
I've discovered authors I'd never heard of before, and now they're among my favorites. This app has rekindled my passion for storytelling in the most convenient way. With this app, I've found a way to make my daily errands more enjoyable and intellectually stimulating. With this app, audiobook listening has become an integral part of my daily routines β it's pure bliss.
Goatee Shield
ListenBook's drag-and-drop download feature streamlines the process of adding new content to my library. The tone adjustment feature is an exciting touch, allowing me to immerse myself even more in the content. This was a competent audiobook production with no major flaws. The narrator's voice was pleasant enough and the audio quality was acceptable, though not exceptional. While the performance didn't particularly stand out, it served its purpose adequately for my daily commute.
Light Despair
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Poptart AK47
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SneakerKid
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Elder Pogue
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Roller Girl
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Bad Beret
Finally, an app that lets me enjoy my personal audiobooks, lectures, and speeches effortlessly. This app has made my daily walks a time for both exercise and learning. Finally, an app that caters to audiobook enthusiasts like me. The diverse format support and user-friendly design are a game-changer. π±π The audio filters make a noticeable difference. ListenBook provides an excellent listening experience.
Die Slice
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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