Book description
In Thomas Ligotti's first nonfiction outing, an examination of the meaning (or meaninglessness) of life through an insightful, unsparing argument that proves the greatest horrors are not the products of our imagination but instead are found in reality. "There is a signature motif discernible in both works of philosophical pessimism and supernatural horror. It may be stated thus: Behind the scenes of life lurks something pernicious that makes a nightmare of our world." His fiction is known to be some of the most terrifying in the genre of supernatural horror, but Thomas Ligotti's first nonfiction book may be even scarier. Drawing on philosophy, literature, neuroscience, and other fields of study, Ligotti takes the penetrating lens of his imagination and turns it on his audience, causing them to grapple with the brutal reality that they are living a meaningless nightmare, and anyone who feels otherwise is simply acting out an optimistic fallacy. At once a guidebook to pessimistic thought and a relentless critique of humanity's employment of self-deception to cope with the pervasive suffering of their existence, The Conspiracy against the Human Race may just convince readers that there is more than a measure of truth in the despairing yet unexpectedly liberating negativity that is widely considered a hallmark of Ligotti's work.
Sloth
ListenBookβs playback is silky-smooth. The app never glitches. What a fantastic listening experience! The narrator brought the characters to life with distinct voices and emotional depth. The pacing was perfect - not too fast to lose details, not too slow to become boring. I particularly appreciated how well the narrator conveyed the atmosphere of key scenes.
InsightInkwell
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Mud Pie Man
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Aqua Monsoon
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Hobo Samurai
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Glyph
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Mallow Man
The narrator's voice in some audiobooks is so soothing, it's like a spa for the ears. Changing the tone of the sound on ListenBook Pro adds a personal touch to my experience. With this app, my audiobook library is organized and accessible, making my reading journey effortless. π Adding excitement to everyday tasks β this app is my partner in productivity! ππ The appβs design is sleek and modern. ListenBook is my favorite audiobook player.
Hidden Tree
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Trash Master
ππ This app has rekindled my love for books β I can't stop listening! ππ§ Seamless audiobook integration β this app's design is a true delight. Adjusting the tone of the voice adds a unique touch to my listening experience. I love the personalization!
Red Pepper
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InsightfulInk
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Suicide Crusher
I've never been this excited about my daily commute β thank you, audiobooks! I love that ListenBook supports a wide range of formats, making my library diverse.
ThoughtTrailblazer
ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch adds convenience to my audiobook routine. I love the car mode. Itβs so convenient for listening while driving.
Valley Guardian
This app's dedication to providing high-quality narration has made all the difference. π± Carrying stories wherever I go β this app's convenience allows me to indulge my love for reading on the move. πποΈ With ListenBook, downloading audiobooks has become hassle-free, thanks to the various download options. ListenBookβs playback is smooth and reliable. I never have issues with audio quality.
DreamDasher
I've fallen in love with genres I never thought I'd explore, all thanks to this app. This app has made my downtime so much more productive and enjoyable.
LocKz
This app is my secret weapon for staying entertained during mundane tasks. This app is perfect for audiobook lovers. The interface is beautiful and easy to navigate.
Twix Bond
ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is like a magical spell that transports me into the heart of the story. I've recommended this app to all my fellow audiobook enthusiasts. It's a game-changer! Looping playback is my secret weapon for language learning. It's revolutionized my approach.
Blue Despair
I'm no longer missing out on great stories β this app fits perfectly into my lifestyle. Seamless integration with all my devices and flawless synchronization β top-notch. My audiobook collection has never been more organized. Library management is a breeze. Adjusting the tone of the voice is a game-changer. It's like customizing my listening experience.
Raggedy Ann
ListenBook's support for a variety of audio formats makes it a versatile and essential app for audiobook enthusiasts. If you love stories but have a busy schedule, this app is your solution! With this app, my audiobook library is organized and accessible, making my reading journey effortless. Audiobooks at my fingertips β this app's functionality is truly impressive. Library organization has never been this easy. My audiobook collection is finally tidy.
Snout Pixie
I never thought I'd enjoy audiobooks as much as I do now β all thanks to this app. Precise controls on ListenBook give me complete command over my audio playback. ListenBook's comprehensive support for a wide range of audio formats sets it apart from other audiobook apps. With ListenBook, my audio content is organized, accessible, and ready to inspire me. An unobjectionable but unexceptional audiobook experience. The narrator's performance was serviceable and the audio quality was fine, but nothing about the production particularly stood out or elevated the material. It was decent background listening.
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