Book description
"One of the most profound and illuminating studies of this century to have been published in recent decades."--John Gray, New York Times Book Review "A powerful, and in many [ways] insightful, explanation as to why grandiose programs of social reform, not to mention revolution, so often end in tragedy. . . . An important critique of visionary state planning."--Robert Heilbroner, Lingua Franca Hailed as "a magisterial critique of top-down social planning" by the New York Times, this essential work analyzes disasters from Russia to Tanzania to uncover why states so often fail--sometimes catastrophically--in grand efforts to engineer their society or their environment, and uncovers the conditions common to all such planning disasters. "Beautifully written, this book calls into sharp relief the nature of the world we now inhabit."--New Yorker "A tour de force."--Charles Tilly, Columbia University The Institution for Social and Policy Studies
About the Author
James C. Scott is Sterling Professor of Political Science and codirector of the Agrarian Studies Program at Yale University.
East Army
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Star Scratch
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Hen Skittle
The 'Discover' section is a treasure trove for finding hidden literary gems. ListenBook's user-friendly design and compatibility with different formats have made it my go-to app. ListenBook's tone adjustment feature in the Pro version is a creative tool that adds a fun twist to my audiobook journey.
CuriousCrafter
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Helmet Destroyer
ListenBook's sharing options make it a breeze to connect with fellow audiobook enthusiasts and share recommendations. ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch adds convenience to my audiobook routine. The automatic extraction of artwork and metadata adds a professional touch to my audiobook collection.
Capital F
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Pepper Mouse
ListenBook's library organization and Book Groups feature make it easy to keep my audiobooks organized and accessible. I'm hooked on this app's sleek design and seamless performance – it's a must-have for any reader. Tone adjustment adds a personalized touch to the narration, making the audiobook experience even more immersive.
Sherm
Audiobooks at my fingertips – this app's functionality is truly impressive. Adjusting the tone of the voice is a unique feature that adds a personalized touch to the listening experience. Finally, an audiobook player that supports all formats! No more converting files. The app is constantly updated with new features. The developers really care. A serviceable audiobook that met basic expectations. The narration was clear if somewhat unremarkable, and the production quality was standard without any noticeable technical issues. It kept me moderately engaged during workouts but didn't leave a lasting impression.
Granola Dove
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FRMhndshk
ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature enhances the audio quality to a whole new level. Noise reduction and voice tone adjustment are excellent additions.
MindfulMingle
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Judge
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Raid Bucker
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Freeze Queen
ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a blessing for clear listening in noisy environments. This app has turned my gym sessions into immersive storytelling experiences – time flies by!
Firefly
Audiobooks have made my morning routine something to look forward to. This app has transformed my daily routine into moments of literary delight. This app's convenience has made me fall in love with audiobooks all over again. ListenBook's drag-and-drop download feature simplifies the process of adding new audiobooks to my collection.
Low Menace
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Electric Saturn
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WeldMaster
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Vortex
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High Deck
👩🍳 Turning cooking sessions into culinary adventures, complete with intriguing tales! 🍳🎧 The app is perfect for multitaskers. I can listen while working out.
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