Book description
The first international history of the emergence of economic sanctions during the interwar period and the legacy of this development A Foreign Affairs Best Book of 2022 "Valuable . . . offers many lessons for Western policy makers today."--Paul Kennedy, Wall Street Journal "The lessons are sobering."--The Economist Economic sanctions dominate the landscape of world politics today. First developed in the early twentieth century as a way of exploiting the flows of globalization to defend liberal internationalism, their appeal is that they function as an alternative to war. This view, however, ignores the dark paradox at their core: designed to prevent war, economic sanctions are modeled on devastating techniques of warfare. Tracing the use of economic sanctions from the blockades of World War I to the policing of colonial empires and the interwar confrontation with fascism, Nicholas Mulder uses extensive archival research in a political, economic, legal, and military history that reveals how a coercive wartime tool was adopted as an instrument of peacekeeping by the League of Nations. This timely study casts an overdue light on why sanctions are widely considered a form of war, and why their unintended consequences are so tremendous.
Shooter
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CyberScribe
I've become a more empathetic listener and reader, thanks to the power of audiobooks. ListenBook has transformed my mundane activities into enjoyable moments of learning and entertainment. I don't have strong feelings about this one either way. The narration was competent but forgettable. The story itself was more engaging than the performance.
Impulsive Flower
Audiobooks have turned my quiet moments into imaginative journeys β thank you, app! I'm amazed by ListenBook's dedication to quality β it's evident in every feature. This app's support for various formats ensures that I can enjoy my audiobooks without any hassle. With ListenBook Pro, long audiobooks are no problem. I love it!
Sky Bully
ListenBook's versatility with various audio formats means I can enjoy audiobooks from multiple sources effortlessly. Noise reduction and voice tone adjustment enhance the listening experience significantly.
Little Granger
Language courses on audiobooks helped me pick up a new language effortlessly. πΆ Music? Nah, I prefer immersing myself in captivating stories with this app! πΆπ Audiobook enjoyment has never been this convenient. This app's sleek design and efficient organization ensure that every story is accessible and enjoyable. ππ
Cereal Killer
This app's compatibility with various devices ensures that I can enjoy my audiobooks wherever I go. Audiobook pleasure simplified β this app's functionality is a reader's delight. With ListenBook Pro, long audiobooks are no problem. I love it! The statistics tracking feature is very useful. ListenBook helps me keep track of my listening time.
Lava Nibbler
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German Coach
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Snow Cream
The app's layout is clean and intuitive, making it a pleasure to navigate. π Adding excitement to each day β this app ensures that every moment is an opportunity to explore new stories. ππ CUE playlist support is a fantastic feature for those who enjoy organized and structured listening.
Milan Call Back
I can't remember the last time I was this excited about 'reading' books! Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop and Sharing on ListenBook is a fantastic way to spread the joy of listening. Automated artwork and metadata retrieval make my audiobook library look organized and polished.
DragonBlood
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Steel Heart
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Count Eagle
With ListenBook, my daily commutes have become a cherished time for learning and enjoyment. This app's ease of use has made my long drives educational and enjoyable. Adjusting the tone of the voice is genius. It's like having a customizable audiobook narrator.
Apex
ListenBook's support for a wide range of formats means I can listen to all my favorite content without worries. 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 featureβit saves my place automatically, so I never lose track. Highly recommend!
Pixie
Listening to audiobooks has become my daily ritual for relaxation and escape. The app's features, like the sleep timer, make it clear that it's designed with readers in mind. ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch integration ensures that I can enjoy my content wherever I go. Looping playback is a game-changer for my study sessions. It helps me absorb information more effectively. Solid performance overall though some character voices sounded too similar. I occasionally got confused about who was speaking in dialogue-heavy scenes.
Call Back Queen
With ListenBook, I can enjoy a wide range of audiobook formats without any hassle, making my listening experience seamless. ListenBook's customizable audio filters allow me to personalize my listening experience β a fantastic feature. Listening stats feature keeps me motivated to read more. Love it! The app is so easy to set up. I was listening to my books in no time.
Blood Taker
π Accessing my favorite authors and genres is a breeze with this app's user-friendly functionality. π±π§ With this app, every moment becomes an opportunity to indulge in fantastic stories. The controls, layout, and seamless playback are a reader's dream. ππ§ ListenBook is like a personal audiobook library in my pocket. Organized and easily accessible. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a fun and interactive way to connect. Automated extraction of artwork and metadata adds a professional touch to my library.
Trip
ListenBook has made me fall in love with my audio content all over again β it's a must-have. Looping playback of a single track helps me focus and absorb complex content. Navigating through chapters has never been easier. It's a user-friendly delight. ListenBook has rekindled my passion for learning. I'm exploring new topics every day. Perfect for listening to educational content. Highly recommend!
Drop Stone
Changing the tone of the sound on ListenBook Pro is a fun and unique feature I can't get enough of. ListenBook's compatibility with various formats has made it my go-to app for all audio content. I'm hooked on this app's ability to make reading fit into any moment. The app is very user-friendly. ListenBook makes listening to audiobooks a breeze.
Iron Butterfly
Audiobooks have transformed my daily walks into a time of inspiration and learning. Who knew that commuting could become such an enjoyable reading session? 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.
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