Book description
A fearless, powerfully written on-the-ground account of a nation careening into violent autocracy--told through harrowing stories of the Philippines' state-sanctioned killings of its citizens--from a journalist of international renown "Tragic, elegant, vital . . . Evangelista risked her life to tell this story."--Tara Westover, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Educated "My job is to go to places where people die. I pack my bags, talk to the survivors, write my stories, then go home to wait for the next catastrophe. I don't wait very long." Journalist Patricia Evangelista came of age in the aftermath of a street revolution that forged a new future for the Philippines. Three decades later, in the face of mounting inequality, the nation discovered the fragility of its democratic institutions under the regime of strongman Rodrigo Duterte.Some People Need Killing is Evangelista's meticulously reported and deeply human chronicle of the Philippines' drug war. For six years, Evangelista chronicled the killings carried out by police and vigilantes in the name of Duterte's war on drugs--a war that has led to the slaughter of thousands--immersing herself in the world of killers and survivors and capturing the atmosphere of fear created when an elected president decides that some lives are worth less than others. The book takes its title from a vigilante whose words seemed to reflect the psychological accommodation that most of the country had made: "I'm really not a bad guy," he said. "I'm not all bad. Some people need killing." A profound act of witness and a tour de force of literary journalism, Some People Need Killing is also a brilliant dissection of the grammar of violence and an important investigation of the human impulses to dominate and resist.
Chasm Face
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Star Scratch
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Cross Thread
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Purity
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Twinkle
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RiddleRanger
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Dahlia
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Mindless Bobcat
ListenBook's comprehensive support for a wide range of audio formats sets it apart from other audiobook apps. ๐ก Nurturing my curiosity with audiobooks โ this app adds a touch of wonder to my daily routines. ๐ฑ๐ Perfect for listening to lectures and speeches. Highly useful app.
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Teeder
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Twinkle
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ShadowDancer
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Grinch Cheese
Listening stats keep me motivated to read more. Great addition! Solid performance, but not outstanding. The narrator did a fine job, though their tone was a bit monotonous at times. The story itself was engaging enough, but I wouldnโt call it unforgettable.
Papa Smurf
ListenBook has made managing and enjoying audiobooks a seamless and delightful experience. ListenBook has made my commutes more enjoyable, transforming them into learning sessions. I love how this app fits seamlessly into my daily routine. Listening to audiobooks on my iPad has never been easier. Highly recommend ListenBook!
Ella of Light
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Granola
This app's intuitive controls and user-friendly layout have made audiobook listening a true pleasure. ๐ผ Balancing responsibilities with relaxation โ audiobooks make even mundane tasks feel like an escape. ๐ป๐ Effortlessly enjoying audiobooks on the go โ kudos to this app's functionality. CarPlay compatibility takes my driving experience to a whole new level. Audiobooks on the road have never been better.
Commando
The audio filters on ListenBook enhance the sound quality, making every listening session a treat for my ears. ListenBook's extensive statistics feature adds a new level of insight to my audiobook habits. ๐ฑ Audiobooks at my fingertips โ this app's ease of use is a booklover's dream come true! ๐๐ฅ Automated artwork and metadata extraction add a professional touch to my audiobook collection. Solid performance, but not outstanding. The narrator did a fine job, though their tone was a bit monotonous at times. The story itself was engaging enough, but I wouldnโt call it unforgettable.
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