Book description
From the host of NPR's Planet Money, the deeply-investigated story of how one visionary, dogged investor changed American finance forever. Before Bill Gross was known among investors as the Bond King, he was a gambler. In 1966, a fresh college grad, he went to Vegas armed with his net worth ($200) and a knack for counting cards. $10,000 and countless casino bans later, he was hooked: so he enrolled in business school. The Bond King is the story of how that whiz kid made American finance his casino. Over the course of decades, Bill Gross turned the sleepy bond market into a destabilized game of high risk, high reward; founded Pimco, one of today's most powerful, secretive, and cutthroat investment firms; helped to reshape our financial system in the aftermath of the Great Recession--to his own advantage; and gained legions of admirers, and enemies, along the way. Like every American antihero, his ambition would also be his undoing. To understand the winners and losers of today's money game, journalist Mary Childs argues, is to understand the bond market--and to understand the bond market is to understand the Bond King.
Noh Noh
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Fire Queen
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Blackfire
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West Warrior
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FearLeSS
The adjustable playback speed is a revelation. It's like having a personal audiobook narrator at my pace. Noise reduction and voice tone adjustment enhance the listening experience significantly.
Intimidating Presence
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ThoughtTracer
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CuriousCraft
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Tunez
ListenBook's dedication to optimizing for iOS 16 ensures a seamless experience on the latest devices. This app has added a touch of magic to my mundane moments β I'm forever grateful. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a true savior for immersive listening, even in busy surroundings. The interface is beautiful and functional. ListenBook is my go-to app for audiobooks. Iβm so impressed with ListenBook. The app is reliable, fast, and packed with features like customizable themes and playback speed. The sleep timer is a lifesaver for bedtime listening. Highly recommend this app!
Zero Corn
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Orange Teflon
The ListenBook app has transformed my device into a portable audiobook library that I can carry everywhere. I love the ability to share my progress with friends. Itβs a fun feature.
Fadey
This app's sleek design and intuitive features make it my trusted partner in exploring new narratives. Library organization is brilliant. No more cluttered audiobook collection. Bookmarks have become my study companion. I can easily revisit important passages in my audiobooks.
Rook
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Swing Setter
Finally, a way to enjoy literature on the go without straining my eyes. I'm able to catch up on my reading list even during the busiest days. The chapters feature on ListenBook enhances my audiobook exploration β it's like flipping through pages. The fact that ListenBook doesn't just play, but enhances audio quality, is truly remarkable. Audiobook excellence β this app's design enhances my reading experience.
PixelPioneer
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Moonflower
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Freak
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ByteBard
This app has made my daily walks a time for both exercise and learning. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a delightful way to share the joy of storytelling.
Vixen
This app has rekindled my love for literature, and I'm spreading the word to everyone I know. The intuitive interface and seamless navigation make this app a joy to use. I love the ability to import books from my computer. Itβs so easy. This audiobook performed its function without excelling. The narrator's delivery was straightforward and easy to follow, though lacking in dramatic flair. The recording quality was decent with only occasional minor inconsistencies in volume. An acceptable but forgettable listening experience.
Clang Glyph
ListenBook's features are a dream come true for anyone who loves to learn on the go. Effortless audiobook exploration β this app's functionality is a true delight.
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