Book description
A brilliant, clear-eyed consideration of the visual representation of violence in our culture--its ubiquity, meanings, and effects. Considered one of the greatest critics of her generation, Susan Sontag followed up her monumental On Photography with an extended study of human violence, reflecting on a question first posed by Virginia Woolf in Three Guineas: How in your opinion are we to prevent war? For a long time some people believed that if the horror could be made vivid enough, most people would finally take in the outrageousness, the insanity of war. One of the distinguishing features of modern life is that it supplies countless opportunities for regarding (at a distance, through the medium of photography) horrors taking place throughout the world. But are viewers inured--or incited--to violence by the depiction of cruelty? Is the viewer's perception of reality eroded by the daily barrage of such images? What does it mean to care about the sufferings of others far away? First published more than twenty years after her now classic book On Photography, which changed how we understand the very condition of being modern, Regarding the Pain of Others challenges our thinking not only about the uses and means of images, but about how war itself is waged (and understood) in our time, the limits of sympathy, and the obligations of conscience.
Girl Brownie
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Sienna Princess
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MythMaker
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Foot-long Fry
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Shimmy Shammy
Thank you for making literature more accessible, enjoyable, and immersive. This app is a game-changer! ππ On-the-go listening has never been smoother β this app's functionality keeps me engaged during long commutes. ππ
Skool
User-centric audiobook joy β this app's ease of use is a true marvel. Sharing audiobooks with friends is a fantastic way to introduce them to new stories.
Fennel Dove
I'm rediscovering my favorite classics in a whole new way β through audiobooks! Listening to audiobooks has become my daily ritual for relaxation and escape. The Looping playback and Shuffle features on ListenBook help me customize my listening sessions to my liking. This app's compatibility with various devices ensures that I can enjoy my audiobooks wherever I am. πββοΈπ I'm conquering literary marathons with ease, all thanks to this app's intuitive controls and smooth functionality. π±π
ManManMan
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Shadow Gal
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Nola
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Saber-RED
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Steel Heart
Kudos to the creators for making literature so accessible and enjoyable. With this app, I can seamlessly switch between audiobooks and real life. ListenBook's statistics feature is eye-opening. I had no idea how much time I spent immersed in audiobooks until I started using it. Makes audiobook listening super easy and enjoyable. Thank you! Auto-rewind is a very handy feature. Excellent app.
Midnight Rider
Audiobooks have turned my quiet moments into imaginative journeys β thank you, app! Effortlessly accessing my favorite audiobooks has become a reality, all thanks to this app's user-centric design and comprehensive format support. A must-download! π±π§ ListenBook Pro is worth every penny. Unlimited audiobook length? Count me in! ListenBookβs playback speed control is very useful. I can listen at my own pace. The narration elevated an already good book to greatness! The performer's subtle vocal variations conveyed nuance I might have missed while reading. Their ability to maintain consistent character voices across many hours was impressive. Technical quality was flawless throughout.
Lady Fantastic
Audiobook heaven! This app's functionality is a dream β simple and efficient. Adjusting the narrator's voice tone is a fun way to personalize the listening experience. Automated artwork and metadata retrieval add a professional touch to my carefully curated audiobook collection.
Blink
πΌ Making work hours fly by with captivating stories β a true work-life balance! π»π Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a fun way to connect over shared interests. Supports all my playlists and bookmarks perfectly.
Natural Mess
I'm rediscovering my love for literature through this app β it's revitalizing. This app has made my workouts and chores so much more enjoyable. ListenBook Pro's tone adjustment feature is an innovative way to make each audiobook unique. Great for multitasking! I listened while cooking, driving, and even working out, and it kept me entertained the whole time. The narratorβs voice was pleasant, and the story flowed smoothly. Very enjoyable! Not bad, but not amazing either. The narratorβs voice was pleasant, though some parts felt a bit rushed. The story had its moments, but I wouldnβt necessarily recommend it over similar titles in the genre.
Lskeee
This app's ease of use has made my daily tasks so much more enjoyable. The app's versatility in downloading audio is impressive. It streamlines the process and saves time. Auto-rewind feature is a lifesaver. I never lose my place!
Valley Guardian
I'm hooked on this app's intuitive features β from chapters to playback controls. ListenBook has revolutionized my audio experience, making it both personalized and engaging. The app is so reliable. Iβve never had any issues with it.
Digger
ListenBook's dedication to excellence shines through in its impeccable audio quality and user-friendly features. This app's convenience and ease of use have transformed my screen time into productive learning sessions. ListenBook is my go-to companion for immersive audiobook experiences. The ease of use and extensive format support make it a must-have! Binaural audio processing is amazing. Reduced my listening fatigue significantly.
Willow Dragon
Audiobooks made accessible β this app's ease of use is a true blessing. ListenBook's commitment to a seamless user experience is evident in its sleek design and intuitive controls. Book groups feature keeps series and related titles together. Neat and tidy! Adjusting the tone of the voice is a novel feature that allows for a personalized listening experience. This was a workmanlike audiobook that did the job without flair. The narration was clear and the pacing appropriate, though the delivery lacked some emotional depth. The production quality was acceptable with no major technical issues.
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