Book description
NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER - From the author of On Tyranny comes a stunning new chronicle of the rise of authoritarianism from Russia to Europe and America. "A brilliant analysis of our time."--Karl Ove Knausgaard, The New Yorker With the end of the Cold War, the victory of liberal democracy seemed final. Observers declared the end of history, confident in a peaceful, globalized future. This faith was misplaced. Authoritarianism returned to Russia, as Vladimir Putin found fascist ideas that could be used to justify rule by the wealthy. In the 2010s, it has spread from east to west, aided by Russian warfare in Ukraine and cyberwar in Europe and the United States. Russia found allies among nationalists, oligarchs, and radicals everywhere, and its drive to dissolve Western institutions, states, and values found resonance within the West itself. The rise of populism, the British vote against the EU, and the election of Donald Trump were all Russian goals, but their achievement reveals the vulnerability of Western societies. In this forceful and unsparing work of contemporary history, based on vast research as well as personal reporting, Snyder goes beyond the headlines to expose the true nature of the threat to democracy and law. To understand the challenge is to see, and perhaps renew, the fundamental political virtues offered by tradition and demanded by the future. By revealing the stark choices before us--between equality or oligarchy, individuality or totality, truth and falsehood--Snyder restores our understanding of the basis of our way of life, offering a way forward in a time of terrible uncertainty.
Force
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Gro
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Mud Pie Man
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Pinball Esq
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Sexual Chocolate
ListenBook has redefined my audiobook experience. It's an essential tool that enhances every listening session. The app is very easy to use. ListenBook makes managing my audiobook library simple.
Eerie
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Sherm
ListenBook's commitment to excellence shines through in its user-friendly interface and smooth playback. ListenBook's audio filters are a fantastic addition, enhancing the sound quality of my audio files.
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Lunar Treat
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Thumb Candy
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Dr. WMD
π Accessing my favorite authors and genres is a breeze with this app's user-friendly functionality. π±π§ Organization made simple β this app's efficient management of my audiobook collection ensures that every story is just a tap away. Convenience at its finest. ππ± ListenBook Pro's unlimited audiobook length is a boon for those who enjoy deep dives into lengthy narratives. Playlists and bookmarks are super helpful. Love using ListenBook!
Killer Curio
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Mafia Princess
With this app, my daily commute has transformed into an engaging journey through captivating stories. ListenBook has made my daily commutes enjoyable. No more boredom!
Bombay Shivers
ListenBook's support for chapters and bookmarks ensures that I never lose my place in a story. ListenBook has taken my audio content to new heights, making every moment more meaningful. π§ Audiobooks anywhere, anytime β this app's convenience is unbeatable! ππ
Frenzy
This app is a true treasure for audiobook lovers β it's my go-to source for literary adventures! The statistics feature in ListenBook is a valuable tool for monitoring and optimizing my audiobook consumption.
CodeExia
ListenBook has redefined the way I experience stories, turning every moment into an adventure. This app's efficient downloading process ensures that I can enjoy my audiobooks whenever and wherever. ListenBook has revolutionized my audiobook experience. I can't imagine going back! The app's support for CarPlay and Apple Watch makes it a true companion for all occasions. High-quality playback even with complex formats like FLAC. Impressive!
Intimidating Presence
With this app, audiobook listening has become a seamless and enjoyable part of my everyday life. I'm hooked on this app's ability to make every moment a reading moment. ListenBook Pro has taken my audiobook experience to the next level. No regrets! Looping playback of a single track helps me master difficult concepts. So helpful!
VPR
ListenBook has reignited my love for storytelling and learning, one audio file at a time. No more interruptions β the auto-rewind feature is a genius solution for seamless listening. Great app for listening to lectures and speeches. Highly useful!
Iron Jesus
What a fantastic listening experience! The narrator brought the characters to life with distinct voices and emotional depth. The pacing was perfect - not too fast to lose details, not too slow to become boring. I particularly appreciated how well the narrator conveyed the atmosphere of key scenes. I don't have strong feelings about this one either way. The narration was competent but forgettable. The story itself was more engaging than the performance.
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