Book description
Will the future be one of economic expansion, greater tolerance, liberating inventions, and longer, happier lives? Or do we face economic stagnation, declining quality of life, and a technologically enhanced totalitarianism worse than any yet seen? The Fabulous Future? America and the World in 2040 draws its inspiration from a more optimistic time, and tome, The Fabulous Future: America in 1980, in which Fortune magazine celebrated its twenty-fifth anniversary by publishing the predictions of thought leaders of its time.In the present volume, the world's leading specialists from diverse fields project developments in their areas of expertise, from religion and the media to the environment and nanotechnology. Will we be happier, and what exactly does happiness have to do with our economic future? Where is higher education heading and how should it develop? And what is the future of prediction itself? These exciting essays provoke sharper questions, reflect unexpectedly on one another, and testify to our present anxieties about the surprising world to come.
Pixie
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Flint
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Plenty Orange
I've discovered authors I'd never heard of before, and now they're among my favorites. Automatic metadata retrieval is a neat touch. My library is well-organized. My workouts have become more enjoyable and productive with ListenBook's compatibility with Apple Watch. Middle-of-the-road experience. The audiobook was fine—good narration, decent story—but it didn’t leave a lasting impression. If you’re looking for something low-commitment, this works.
Drift
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Killer Merlot
is a breeze. It's incredibly convenient for building my collection. Supports a wide range of formats flawlessly. Very happy with it. The app is perfect for people who love to listen to books while exercising.
Most Wanted
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Snow Pharaoh
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Mechani-Man
ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch makes it a versatile companion for my daily activities. Adjusting the tone of the voice adds a unique touch to my listening experience. I love the personalization! I love the ability to change the playback pitch. It’s a unique feature. 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.
Sweetness
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Call Back Queen
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Seal Snake
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RiddleRanger
ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay is a major convenience during road trips. I love how I can adjust the skip intervals. It’s perfect for my listening style.
Plenty Orange
Automated metadata extraction is a time-saver. My library is so organized now. Bookmarking favorite parts of audiobooks is a breeze. It's like having a personalized study guide.
Lord Pistachio
The app's design is sleek and modern – it's a pleasure to navigate. The variety of supported formats means I can enjoy audiobooks from different sources hassle-free. Adjusting the tone of the voice is a novel feature that allows for a personalized listening experience.
CuriousCrafter
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Clover Rabbit
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3D Waffle
ListenBook's intuitive controls and features have made it my preferred choice for audiobooks. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a great way to spread the joy of reading.
Snapdragon
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Good-lookin’
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CuriousCoder
I'm able to catch up on my reading list even during the busiest days. Audiobooks have become a source of inspiration and motivation, thanks to this app. 🎧 Immerse yourself in stories effortlessly – this app's functionality is the gateway to endless audiobook adventures. 📚🌟
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