Book description
An instant New York Times and Wall Street Journal bestseller from one of the world's leading economists, offering a grand narrative of the century that made us richer than ever, yet left us unsatisfied. "A magisterial history."--Paul Krugman Named a Best Book of 2022 by Financial Times Economist Fast Company Before 1870, humanity lived in dire poverty, with a slow crawl of invention offset by a growing population. Then came a great shift: invention sprinted forward, doubling our technological capabilities each generation and utterly transforming the economy again and again. Our ancestors would have presumed we would have used such powers to build utopia. But it was not so. When 1870-2010 ended, the world instead saw global warming; economic depression, uncertainty, and inequality; and broad rejection of the status quo. Economist Brad DeLong's Slouching Towards Utopia tells the story of how this unprecedented explosion of material wealth occurred, how it transformed the globe, and why it failed to deliver us to utopia. Of remarkable breadth and ambition, it reveals the last century to have been less a march of progress than a slouch in the right direction.
Sloth
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Pigeon Woman
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Skylark
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Athena Star
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Mum Mary
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Delicious
The ability to change playback speed and audio volume on ListenBook gives me full control over my listening experience. Audiobooks at my fingertips – this app's functionality is a true marvel. ListenBook's integration with CarPlay and Apple Watch is a seamless addition to my daily routine.
Vortex
I can't get enough of this app – it's a true game-changer for book lovers. Love the download options. ListenBook gives me so many ways to get my audiobooks onto my device. I was thoroughly impressed by this audiobook. The combination of engaging content and skilled narration made my daily commute something to look forward to. The narrator's timing and intonation were spot-on, enhancing rather than distracting from the material. Definitely worth a credit!
Devil Bread
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Scuffs
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Genghis Glyph
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TrinitySoul
Audiobook enthusiasts, gather around! This app's exceptional features, from audio filters to robust support, have transformed my daily routines into storytelling moments. 🎉🎧 I can't get enough of the binaural audio processing. It's like a breath of fresh air for my ears. Looping playback is a game-changer for my study sessions. I can focus on challenging content.
InsightfulInk
With ListenBook, I can enjoy a wide range of audiobook formats without any hassle, making my listening experience seamless. I'm amazed at how this app has expanded my reading horizons.
Jade Fox
The ListenBook app has made my daily routines more enriching, allowing me to learn while on the go. Tone adjustment adds a personalized touch to the narration, making the audiobook experience even more immersive. Adjustable playback speed and volume control are top-notch.
Fiend Oblivion
I can't imagine my life without this app – it's my constant source of books. Kudos to the developers for optimizing this app for iOS 16. It runs like a dream on my device. Downloading over WiFi is quick and efficient. Saves a lot of time.
StorySculptor
Navigating audiobooks with ease – this app's design is user-centric. Binaural audio processing is a game-changer – my ears stay comfortable during long listening sessions. The app is worth every penny. It’s packed with features and works flawlessly.
HedgeH0g2
I can now explore books beyond my preferred genre, broadening my reading horizons. ListenBook's sharing options make it easy for me to connect with fellow audiobook enthusiasts.
ThermalMode
ListenBook's ability to extract artwork and metadata automatically adds a visual touch to my audiobook collection. The app is so well-designed. It’s clear the developers put a lot of thought into it.
Mother Night
I can't get enough of this app's user-friendly interface – it's a true delight. ListenBook Pro is worth every penny. Unlimited audiobook length? Count me in! The app supports a wide range of formats. ListenBook is very versatile.
Flash
The fact that ListenBook doesn't just play, but enhances audio quality, is truly remarkable. ListenBook has made listening to audiobooks, lectures, and speeches an absolute pleasure. ListenBook's dedication to excellence shines through in its performance and features. Has every feature I need. My top choice for audiobooks! A functional audiobook. It kept me entertained, but I wasn’t blown away. The narrator’s performance was competent, though some emotional scenes fell a bit flat.
Miss Murder
Integration with Apple CarPlay has made long road trips so much more enjoyable. I can't imagine my life without this app – it's my passport to countless stories. The ability to organize my library is a huge plus. Everything is so neat and tidy.
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