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.
QuantumQuill
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Titanium Ladybug
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Trash Sling
The narrator's voice in some audiobooks is so soothing, it's like a spa for the ears. I'm amazed by ListenBook's smooth drag-and-drop downloads in my web browser β a time-saver! The app is very user-friendly. ListenBook makes listening to audiobooks a breeze. The playback history is a great feature. I can easily revisit my favorite parts.
Petite Beauty
Noise reduction on ListenBook Pro is impressive. It's like getting a clear, immersive listening experience. Adjusting the tone of the voice is a novel feature that allows for a personalized listening experience.
Night Train
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Swerve
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Bazooka Har-de-har
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Arsenic Coo
The bookmark feature is a lifesaver β no more losing my place in the story! The app's design is sleek and modern β it's a pleasure to navigate. This app has transformed my daily walks into insightful journeys of knowledge β talk about efficiency! Supports all my playlists and bookmarks perfectly. Very convenient.
Little General
I've listened to hundreds of audiobooks, and this one stands out for its professional quality. The narrator struck the ideal balance between dramatic interpretation and letting the text speak for itself. The audio engineering was superb with consistent volume levels and crystal-clear recording. Decent audiobook but I think I would have enjoyed reading it more. Some of the more subtle humor didn't quite land in the audio format.
CZR
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Impulsive Flower
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Suicide Jockey
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The Final Judgement
Listening to audiobooks while cooking has made meal prep much more enjoyable. Love the silky-smooth playback and easy-to-use interface. ListenBook is the best!
CloudFrenzy
π Simplifying my reading routine β this app's user-friendly design ensures I'm always in sync with my favorite stories. πβ¨ Quick access to chapters and controls ensures a seamless listening experience with ListenBook. It's effortless to use. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a revelation. It eliminates distractions and enhances the clarity of recordings, resulting in a more immersive experience.
General Broomdog
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InsightfulInk
I'm amazed by the variety of genres available β there's something for everyone. The app's performance is beyond impressive. It's like it's tailor-made for my device. With support for various audio formats, ListenBook ensures I can enjoy my favorite audiobooks without worries. The app is perfect for people who love to listen to books while exercising.
Sweet Bacon
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Shady Prairie
This app has broadened my literary horizons, introducing me to new authors. This app has made reading a part of my lifestyle, no matter where I am. Drag and drop downloads directly from my web browser? That's a level of convenience I appreciate. Beautiful design and intuitive interface. Very user-friendly.
Sneaky Lady
I love how this app makes even the most mundane tasks exciting with audio stories. I'm amazed at how this app seamlessly integrates into my life, enhancing every moment with stories. Elegant design and easy-to-use interface. Very happy with ListenBook. The narrator was good but spoke a bit too slowly for my taste. I had to speed it up to 1.2x which then made some parts sound slightly unnatural. Not the best audiobook I've heard but far from the worst. The production quality was good and there were no major issues with the narration.
Mud Finger
Audiobook pleasure simplified β this app's design is a true winner. Noise reduction and voice tone changing are brilliant features.
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