Book description
When a Parisian crowd stormed the Bastille in July 1789, it triggered an event of global consequence: the overthrow of the monarchy and the birth of a new society. Most historians account for the French Revolution by viewing it in retrospect as the outcome of underlying conditions such as a faltering economy, social tensions, or the influence of Enlightenment thought. But what did Parisians themselves think they were doing--how did they understand their world? What were the motivations and aspirations that guided their actions? In this dazzling history, Robert Darnton addresses these questions by drawing on decades of close study to conjure a past as vivid as today's news. He explores eighteenth-century Paris as an information society much like our own, its news circuits centered in cafΓ©s, on park benches, and under the Palais-Royal's Tree of Cracow. Through pamphlets, gossip, underground newsletters, and public performances, the events of some forty years--from disastrous treaties, official corruption, and royal debauchery to thrilling hot-air balloon ascents and new understandings of the nation--all entered the churning collective consciousness of ordinary Parisians. As public trust in royal authority eroded and new horizons opened for them, Parisians prepared themselves for revolution.Darnton's authority and sure judgment enable readers to confidently navigate the passions and complexities of controversies over court politics, Church doctrine, and the economy. And his compact, luminous prose creates an immersive reading experience. Here is a riveting narrative that succeeds in making the past a living presence.
Grotas
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Proper
The statistics feature in ListenBook adds an element of self-awareness to my audiobook consumption. Looping playback is my favorite study tool. It's a game-changer for mastering challenging content. The variety of supported formats means I can enjoy audiobooks from different sources hassle-free. Flawless support for various audio formats. Highly satisfied. The interface is sleek and modern. Itβs a joy to use.
VPR
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Bazooka Har-de-har
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RawSkills
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QuantumQuill
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Mud Eye
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Coma Stalk
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Sexual Chocolate
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Evil Smith
I can now explore books beyond my preferred genre, broadening my reading horizons. The audio filters make a noticeable difference. ListenBook provides an excellent listening experience.
Alpha
I'm blown away by the silky-smooth playback, even for high-quality formats like FLAC. Top-notch performance! ListenBookβs playback speed control is very useful. I can listen at my own pace.
IceDog
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Tart Voodoo
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Star Scratch
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Toe
I've never been so excited about my daily commute β thanks to this app. With ListenBook, I've found a versatile and enjoyable way to listen to audiobooks and expand my knowledge. I'm impressed by how this app seamlessly syncs across my devices. ListenBook Pro's unlimited audiobook length feature is fantastic.
LuminaLore
Say goodbye to cumbersome interfaces β this app's intuitive controls and user-friendly design have elevated my audiobook experience to new heights. π±π I love the ability to change the playback pitch. Itβs a unique feature. 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!
Red Heroine
I love that I can enjoy audiobooks while cooking elaborate meals in the kitchen. ListenBook's commitment to providing a high-quality audiobook experience is truly commendable. Looping playback of a single track helps me master difficult concepts. So helpful! Automatic artwork and metadata extraction keep my audiobook library organized and visually appealing.
IceDog
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The Belgian
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Pepper Legs
I'm addicted to this app's ability to seamlessly blend books into my life. My audiobook collection has never been more organized. Library management is a breeze. Apple Watch compatibility enhances my audiobook experience. It's a convenient way to control playback. The app is perfect for people who love to listen to books at night. Decent audiobook but I think I would have enjoyed reading it more. Some of the more subtle humor didn't quite land in the audio format.
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