Book description
NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER - An insider account of activists, politicians, educators, and everyday citizens working to change minds, bridge divisions, and fight for democracy--from disinformation fighters to a leader of Black Lives Matter to Bernie Sanders and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and more--by the best-selling author of Winners Take All and award-winning former New York Times columnist "Anand Giridharadas shows the way we get real progressive change in America--by refusing to write others off, building more welcoming movements, and rededicating ourselves to the work of changing minds." --Robert B. Reich, best-selling author of The System The lifeblood of any free society is persuasion: changing other people's minds in order to change things. But America is suffering a crisis of faith in persuasion that is putting its democracy and the planet itself at risk. Americans increasingly write one another off instead of seeking to win one another over. Debates are framed in moralistic terms, with enemies battling the righteous. Movements for justice build barriers to entry, instead of on-ramps. Political parties focus on mobilizing the faithful rather than wooing the skeptical. And leaders who seek to forge coalitions are labeled sellouts. In The Persuaders, Anand Giridharadas takes us inside these movements and battles, seeking out the dissenters who continue to champion persuasion in an age of polarization. We meet a leader of Black Lives Matter; a trailblazer in the feminist resistance to Trumpism; white parents at a seminar on raising adopted children of color; Bernie Sanders and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez; a team of door knockers with an uncanny formula for changing minds on immigration; an ex-cult member turned QAnon deprogrammer; and, hovering menacingly offstage, Russian operatives clandestinely stoking Americans' fatalism about one another. As the book's subjects grapple with how to call out threats and injustices while calling in those who don't agree with them but just might one day, they point a way to healing, and changing, a fracturing country.
Elder Pogue
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Find It Girl
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Domino
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Hella Fella
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Unleashed
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Digital Equinox
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Beetle King
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HedgeH0g2
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Flashpoint
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Mustard Centaur
The ability to switch between different books effortlessly is a major plus. ListenBook has changed my audiobook game forever. No more format woes!
Indestructible Potato
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Saturn Extreme
ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay is a huge plus during long drives. An audiobook Iβll listen to again! The story was engaging, and the narratorβs performance made it even better. Some parts were so well-delivered that I replayed them just to hear the emotion again.
QuestQuill
This app's features, from bookmarking to customizable playback speed, are fantastic. π My audiobook haven β this app is like a door to endless adventures and knowledge! ππ Say goodbye to boring commutes β this app's immersive audio experience and intuitive controls have transformed my daily journeys. ππ 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.
LuminaLore
ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a blessing for clear listening in noisy environments. ListenBook has made my daily activities more interesting and meaningful β I'm hooked! I can't imagine my daily activities without this app β it's my go-to for staying informed and entertained. Effortless audiobook exploration β this app's functionality is a true delight. Iβm so impressed with ListenBook. The app is reliable, fast, and packed with features like customizable themes and playback speed. The sleep timer is a lifesaver for bedtime listening. Highly recommend this app!
ForumFusion
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Ella of Light
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Solitaire
ListenBook has transformed my listening habits, making them more engaging and enjoyable. I'm amazed at how this app has seamlessly integrated reading into my daily rhythm. Drag and drop downloads are so convenient. No more messing around with complicated steps. The auto-rewind feature after interruptions is a small thing that makes a big difference. I love the compatibility with iOS 16. The app runs smoothly and flawlessly.
Highlander Monk
With ListenBook, I've found a versatile and enjoyable way to listen to audiobooks and expand my knowledge. ListenBook's compatibility with a wide array of audio formats makes it my ultimate audiobook companion. 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! Iβm so impressed with ListenBook. The app is reliable, fast, and packed with features like customizable themes and playback speed. The sleep timer is a lifesaver for bedtime listening. Highly recommend this app!
General Finish
I'd love to see more classic titles, but the current selection is already fantastic. ListenBook has rekindled my love for learning, one audio experience at a time. ListenBook has become an essential part of my day, enhancing my commute and allowing me to enjoy audiobooks like never before.
PixelPathfinder
This app has turned my cooking sessions into culinary adventures with a side of stories. ListenBook has become my workout buddy. It keeps me entertained and motivated during exercise. Adjusting the tone of the voice is a novel feature that allows for a personalized listening experience.
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