Book description
The book the American Prospect calls "an essential resource for future reformers on how not to govern," by America's leading defender of the public interest and a bestselling historian"An essential read for those who want to fight the assault on public goods and the commons." --Naomi KleinA sweeping exposé of the ways in which private interests strip public goods of their power and diminish democracy, The Privatization of Everything has elicited a wide spectrum of praise: Kirkus Reviews hailed it as "a strong, economics-based argument for restoring the boundaries between public goods and private gains," Literary Hub featured the book on a Best Nonfiction list, calling it "a far-reaching, comprehensible, and necessary book," and Publishers Weekly dubbed it a "persuasive takedown of the idea that the private sector knows best."From Diane Ravitch ("an important new book about the dangers of privatization") to Heather McGhee ("a well-researched call to action"), the rave reviews mirror the expansive nature of the book itself, covering the impact of privatization on every aspect of our lives, from water and trash collection to the justice system and the military. Cohen and Mikaelian also demonstrate how citizens can--and are--wresting back what is ours: A Montana city took back its water infrastructure after finding that they could do it better and cheaper. Colorado towns fought back well-funded campaigns to preserve telecom monopolies and hamstring public broadband. A motivated lawyer fought all the way to the Supreme Court after the state of Georgia erected privatized paywalls around its legal code."Enlightening and sobering" (Rosanne Cash), The Privatization of Everything connects the dots across a wide range of issues and offers what Cash calls "a progressive voice with a firm eye on justice [that] can carefully parse out complex issues for those of us who take pride in citizenship."
Cumulo
I love how this app brings stories to life, even during my morning jogs. With this app, my daily routines have become moments of intellectual growth and personal enjoyment. 📱 No more lugging around heavy books – this app brings the library to my phone! 📚📱 Automated artwork and metadata extraction keeps my audiobook library visually appealing. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a fun and interactive way to connect.
Pexxious
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New Magoo
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Frosty Snazz
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Badger the Burglar
The minimalist interface and intuitive settings make for an amazing user experience. ListenBook's customizable audio filters add a new dimension to my audiobook enjoyment. AirDrop and sharing make it easy to spread the audiobook love with friends.
Tunez
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Red Woman
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Lady Pomegranate
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Fuzzy Logic Hottie
I can't imagine my life without this app – it's my passport to countless stories. My audiobook collection has never looked better. Thanks to automatic artwork and metadata.
Moon Solitaire
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Baby Spell
Finally, an app that caters to audiobook enthusiasts like me. The diverse format support and user-friendly design are a game-changer. 📱🔊 The app is perfect for language learners. The playback speed control is a game-changer.
Freeway
Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop and Sharing on ListenBook Pro is a social audiophile's dream. ListenBook's innovation, seamless playback, and versatile features make it a standout app.
Predator
ListenBook Pro offers amazing value with unlimited audiobook length and noise reduction features. Audiobooks on demand – this app's functionality is a true technological gem. Savoring audiobooks without complications – this app's design is commendable. With ListenBook, I've rediscovered my love for audiobooks. The binaural audio processing is a game-changer for comfortable, fatigue-free listening.
Lightening Trip
This app's intuitive controls and user-friendly layout have made audiobook listening a true pleasure. User-friendly audiobook experience – this app's design is a standout.
X-Dew
ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch, combined with its chapters, controls, and filters, make it the ultimate audiobook app! Thanks to ListenBook's binaural audio processing, my extended listening sessions are fatigue-free. The interface is sleek and intuitive, making my audiobook experience a joy. Great for listening to a variety of content. Highly recommend! This app is perfect for anyone who loves audiobooks. The interface is sleek and modern, and the playback controls are super responsive. I also appreciate the cloud integration, which lets me access my books from anywhere. Great work!
LerveDr
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Scratch
Audiobooks made delightful – this app's usability is a breath of fresh air. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a revelation. It eliminates distractions and enhances the clarity of recordings, resulting in a more immersive experience. The app is lightweight and doesn’t drain my battery.
Demo Tequila
Looping playback is an invaluable study tool. It helps me absorb complex information effortlessly. Adjusting the tone of the voice is a creative feature. It allows for a unique and personalized experience. Looping playback is a valuable study tool. It helps me grasp complex content and retain information. I love the compatibility with iOS 16. The app runs smoothly and flawlessly.
Skool
Effortless audiobook exploration – this app's functionality is a true delight. Absolutely love this app! It's made my daily commute so much more enjoyable. ListenBook has become an essential part of my daily routine. It's like having a library on my phone!
Liquid Death
ListenBook's commitment to providing a high-quality audiobook experience is truly commendable. This app is a must-have for any book lover on the go – it's my daily companion. With this app, my daily routines have become moments of intellectual discovery and personal fulfillment. Navigating audiobooks effortlessly – this app's functionality is commendable.
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