Book description
'This book did nothing less than make me re-see the world . . . Original, and very clever' - Sathnam Sanghera, author of EmpirelandBorders draw one map of the world; money draws another. A journalist’s riveting account exposes a parallel universe exempt from the laws of the land, and how the wealthy and powerful benefit from it.The map of the globe shows the world we think we know: sovereign nations that grant and restrict their citizens’ rights. Beneath, above, and tucked inside its neatly delineated borders, however, a parallel universe has been engineered into existence, consisting of thousands of extraterritorial zones that operate largely autonomously, increasingly for the benefit of the wealthy and powerful.Atossa Abrahamian traces the rise of the hidden globe to thirteenth-century Switzerland, where poor cantons marketed the commodity they had—bodies, in the form of mercenary fighters. Following its evolution around the world, she reveals how prize-winning economists, eccentric theorists, visionary statesmen, and consultants masterminded its export in the form of free trade zones, flags of convenience, offshore detention centers where immigrants languish in limbo, and charter cities controlled by by foreign governments and multinational foreign corporations—and even into outer space, where tiny Luxembourg aspires to mining rights on asteroids.By mapping the hidden geography that decides who wins and who loses in this new global order—and how it might be otherwise—The Hidden Globe fascinates, enrages, and inspires.'Atossa Abrahamian boldly renews our sense of reality and brilliantly illuminates our political impasse.' - Pankaj Mishra, author of The Age of Anger
Natural Gold
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All Natural
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Chip Queen
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Fuzzy Claws
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DreamDiver
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Pink C
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Starshine
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Uncle Buddy
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Blood Taker
is a breeze with ListenBook. It's convenient and efficient. With support for various formats, I can finally listen to my diverse audiobook collection.
Bambi Benz
The range of supported formats is astounding. No more compatibility issues! I love the chapter navigation feature. ListenBook makes it easy to find specific sections.
Lady Pomegranate
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EchoExplorer
ListenBook's commitment to excellence shines through in its powerful features and seamless performance. I love that ListenBook Pro allows me to customize the tone of the sound – it adds a personal touch. ListenBook has transformed my listening habits, making them more engaging and enjoyable. I can't imagine my daily activities without this app – it's the perfect way to stay engaged and informed. 📱 Turning my phone into a portal of endless stories – this app is pure magic! 📚✨
SkyGod
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Squatch
Audiobooks have never been this accessible and enjoyable. This app's compatibility with various formats and its emphasis on user experience have made it an essential tool for me. 📱🔊 The ability to download audio from various sources without syncing is fantastic. ListenBook makes it so easy.
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Intimidation Station
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Fl00d
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Necromancer
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Twinkle
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ThoughtTrailblazer
I can't get enough of this app's convenience – it has turned my audiobook journey into a delightful habit. This app's compatibility with different formats has made my audiobook collection diverse and enjoyable. Audiobooks made accessible and enjoyable – this app's design is a triumph. ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch has made audiobook listening a part of my daily routine. This audiobook kept me company during a long road trip and made the miles disappear! The narrator's engaging performance and the crisp production quality made for an immersive experience. I appreciated how well they balanced drama with clarity - never sacrificing understanding for effect.
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