Book description
NAMED ONE OF THE BEST BOOKS OF 2020 BY NPR, THE FINANCIAL TIMES, AND GQ The hidden story of the wanton slaughter -- in Indonesia, Latin America, and around the world -- backed by the United States. In 1965, the U.S. government helped the Indonesian military kill approximately one million innocent civilians. This was one of the most important turning points of the twentieth century, eliminating the largest communist party outside China and the Soviet Union and inspiring copycat terror programs in faraway countries like Brazil and Chile. But these events remain widely overlooked, precisely because the CIA's secret interventions were so successful. In this bold and comprehensive new history, Vincent Bevins builds on his incisive reporting for the Washington Post, using recently declassified documents, archival research and eye-witness testimony collected across twelve countries to reveal a shocking legacy that spans the globe. For decades, it's been believed that parts of the developing world passed peacefully into the U.S.-led capitalist system. The Jakarta Method demonstrates that the brutal extermination of unarmed leftists was a fundamental part of Washington's final triumph in the Cold War.
SprkR
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Mud Pie Man
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Frosty Sunshine
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Twisty Dew
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Con Mammoth
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Innocent Ghost
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Daffy Neo
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X-Dew
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QuantumQuipper
ListenBook Pro's sharing features allow me to spread the joy of audiobooks with my friends and family. This app's convenience and ease of use have transformed my screen time into productive learning sessions. ListenBook's statistics feature is both enlightening and motivating. It's incredible to see the time I've invested in learning through audiobooks. The audio filters make a noticeable difference. ListenBook provides an excellent listening experience.
MythMaker
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IceDog
The range of supported formats is impressive. No more converting files! Sharing audiobooks through AirDrop is a wonderful way to share stories and connect with friends.
ThreadTraveler
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Pixie Taze
I've been able to explore different cultures and perspectives through a diverse range of books. I never thought I'd find an app that supports such a wide range of audiobook formats. ListenBook is a true gem! ListenBook's drag-and-drop download feature simplifies the process of adding new audiobooks to my collection. Navigating through chapters is effortless with ListenBook. It's a user-friendly and intuitive experience. Decent narration, predictable story. The voice actor did a good job, but the plot followed a familiar formula. If youβre looking for something new and groundbreaking, this might not be it.
Fadey
Say goodbye to boring commutes β this app's immersive audio experience and intuitive controls have transformed my daily journeys. ππ A perfectly acceptable audiobook that fulfilled its purpose. The narration was competent if not particularly memorable, and the production quality was standard for the genre. It served as decent background entertainment during mundane tasks.
Purity
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Dahlia Bumble
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Duchess
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Juice Petite
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Blade
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Chapstick
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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