Book description
A major reappraisal, by the Nobel-prizewinning economist, of the relationship between capitalism and freedom Despite its manifest failures, the narrative of neoliberalism retains its grip on the public mind and the policies of governments all over the world. By this narrative, less regulation and more 'animal spirits' capitalism produces not only greater prosperity, but more freedom for individuals in society - and is therefore morally better. But, in The Road to Freedom Stiglitz asks, whose freedom are we - should we be - thinking about? What happens when one person's freedom comes at the expense of another's? Should the freedoms of corporations be allowed to impinge upon those of individuals in the ways they now do?Taking on giants of neoliberalism such as Hayek and Friedman and examining how public opinion is formed, Stiglitz reclaims the language of freedom from the right to show that far from 'free' - unregulated - markets promoting growth and enterprise, they in fact reduce it, lessening economic opportunities for majorities and siphoning wealth from the many to the few - both individuals and countries. He shows how neoliberal economics and its implied moral system have impacted our legal and social freedoms in surprising ways, from property and intellectual rights, to education and social media. Stiglitz's eye, as always, is on how we might create the true human flourishing which should be the great aim of our economic and social system, and offers an alternative to that prevailing today. The Road to Freedom offers a powerful re-evaluation of democracy, economics and what constitutes a good society-and provides a roadmap of how we might achieve it.
Racy Babe
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German Coach
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Cali Yacht
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Overrun
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The Howling Swede
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Devil Blade
As a visually impaired person, this app has opened up a new world of stories for me. I've never experienced such silky-smooth playback even with high-quality FLAC files. Easy access to chapters and silky-smooth playback. Love it!
Fast Draw
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Maple Destroyer
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Undergrad
I love that I can switch between devices seamlessly and continue where I left off. This app has made waiting in lines and queues an opportunity for exploration and enjoyment. I'm addicted to this app – it's like having a library in my pocket. Tone adjustment is a thoughtful addition that adds a personal touch to the audiobook narration. It's like having a narrator tailor their voice to my preferences. ListenBook has revolutionized the way I consume content. It's like having a personal tutor in my ear.
Devil Blade
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Impulse
I love how this app seamlessly integrates into my busy schedule, making multitasking a breeze. Effortlessly exploring audiobook worlds – this app's functionality is genius. Effortlessly managing my audiobook library – this app's design is commendable. AirDrop sharing makes it easy to share audiobooks. Great feature!
Loot
Audiobooks have made my commutes so much more enjoyable, and I'm always excited to listen. ListenBook's features make it the ultimate audio companion for any audiobook enthusiast. Sharing audiobooks through AirDrop is a delightful way to share the joy of storytelling with friends and family. It fosters connections and conversations.
Round Kick Boomer
I've started a book club with my friends, and this app has been our go-to source for titles. Listening to audiobooks has never been this enjoyable. Thank you, ListenBook!
Thunder Tank
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Call Back Queen
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Corny
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Knuckles
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Winter Underdog
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Dr. WMD
ListenBook's library organization and Book Groups feature make it easy to keep my audiobooks organized and accessible. With this app, I've discovered the joy of learning while I'm on the move – it's like having a tutor by my side. 🌟 Who needs a dull commute when you can embark on literary journeys with this app? 🚗📖 ListenBook's support for looping and shuffling playback adds versatility to my audiobook enjoyment.
Delicious Wing
The chapters feature on ListenBook enhances my audiobook exploration – it's like flipping through pages. This app's ease of use has made my daily tasks so much more enjoyable. ListenBook Pro is worth every penny. Unlimited audiobook length? Count me in!
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