Book description
Technics and Civilization first presented its compelling history of the machine and critical study of its effects on civilization in 1934—before television, the personal computer, and the Internet even appeared on our periphery. Drawing upon art, science, philosophy, and the history of culture, Lewis Mumford explained the origin of the machine age and traced its social results, asserting that the development of modern technology had its roots in the Middle Ages rather than the Industrial Revolution. Mumford sagely argued that it was the moral, economic, and political choices we made, not the machines that we used, that determined our then industrially driven economy. Equal parts powerful history and polemic criticism, Technics and Civilization was the first comprehensive attempt in English to portray the development of the machine age over the last thousand years—and to predict the pull the technological still holds over us today. “The questions posed in the first paragraph of Technics and Civilization still deserve our attention, nearly three quarters of a century after they were written.”—Journal of Technology and Culture
Engine Eye
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MindfulMingle
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Dark Horse
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Killer Curio
The convenience of switching between devices without losing my place is a lifesaver. This app's dedication to providing high-quality narration has made all the difference.
Flakes
The ability to adjust playback speed is a game-changer for faster or more immersive listening. Efficient audiobook enjoyment – this app's functionality is a revelation. Audiobook multitasking made simple – this app's functionality is a true delight. Supports all my playlists and bookmarks seamlessly. Very convenient. This app is a must-have for anyone who loves audiobooks. The interface is intuitive, and the app supports all formats. I love the auto-bookmark feature—it saves my place automatically, so I never lose track. Highly recommend!
Gov Skull
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Cardinal Rebel
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Congo Wire
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Black Firefly
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Chew Chew
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Undergrad Split
I'm absolutely in love with this app! The interface is so intuitive and user-friendly. Supports all my playlists and bookmarks perfectly. The interface is beautiful and functional. ListenBook is my go-to app for audiobooks.
VileHero
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Bad Beret
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General Finish
Thanks to ListenBook, I've rediscovered the joy of exploring my favorite content on multiple devices. This app's ease of use has made reading an integral part of my everyday life. 🚶♀️🎧 Strolling through captivating narratives while I take my daily walks – pure bliss! 🏞️📚 ListenBook has transformed how I enjoy audiobooks. It's an indispensable part of my routine. ListenBook’s interface is clean and intuitive. It’s a joy to use.
Swedish Twizz
I can't get enough of this app's intuitive design – it's like a personal library right at my fingertips. ListenBook's intuitive layout and quick access to chapters make audiobook navigation a breeze. Looping playback is a valuable study tool. It helps me grasp complex content and retain information. The app is perfect for people with visual impairments. It’s so easy to navigate.
Crumb Cake
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Scratch Man
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Mental
Changing the tone of the sound on ListenBook is a fun feature that adds a unique touch to my audiobook experience. ListenBook is a game-changer! Finally, an app that lets me enjoy my favorite audio files with ease. I'm blown away by the quality of narration on this app – it's like being in the story. Tone adjustment is so cool. It's like customizing the reader's voice to my liking.
Spooky Yellowjacket
With ListenBook, I can now enjoy my favorite audiobooks and speeches with the utmost comfort and convenience. CUE playlist support is a fantastic feature that allows me to create curated listening experiences for different moods and settings.
Toy Peep
With this app, reading is no longer a luxury – it's an essential part of my day. Managing my audiobook collection is a pleasure thanks to this app's usability. Adjusting the narrator's voice tone is a creative feature that adds a personal touch to the experience.
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