Book description
Despite repeated warnings from the White House, Russia's invasion of Ukraine in February 2022 shocked the world. Why did Putin start the war--and why has it unfolded in previously unimaginable ways? Ukrainians have resisted a superior military; the West has united, while Russia grows increasingly isolated.Serhii Plokhy, a leading historian of Ukraine and the Cold War, offers a definitive account of this conflict, its origins, course, and the already apparent and possible future consequences. Though the current war began eight years before the all-out assault--on February 27, 2014, when Russian armed forces seized the building of the Crimean parliament--the roots of this conflict can be traced back even earlier, to post-Soviet tensions and imperial collapse in the nineteenth and twentieth centuries. Providing a broad historical context and an examination of Ukraine and Russia's ideas and cultures, as well as domestic and international politics, Plokhy reveals that while this new Cold War was not inevitable, it was predictable.Ukraine, Plokhy argues, has remained central to Russia's idea of itself even as Ukrainians have followed a radically different path. In a new international environment defined by the proliferation of nuclear weapons, the disintegration of the post-Cold War international order, and a resurgence of populist nationalism, Ukraine is now more than ever the most volatile fault line between authoritarianism and democratic Europe.
Natural Gold
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PP Dubs
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Shy Warrior
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Wooden German
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Lady Q
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Spitfire
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Morbid Angel
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Stickers
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Wolf Tribune
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Eerie
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Ozzie Treat
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Sienna Princess
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Bad Bunny
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Sienna Princess
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Daffy Girl
With ListenBook, I can immerse myself in captivating stories and enriching knowledge, all in one convenient app. ListenBook's commitment to a user-friendly interface and intuitive controls is evident in every aspect of the app. ListenBook has made my daily commutes enjoyable. No more boredom! The app is perfect for people who love to listen to books while exercising.
Voodoo Cyclone
This app has turned my daily routine into a source of excitement and joy. π Who needs TV when you have this app? Every moment is a storytelling session! πΊπ§ Every moment is a chance to explore new stories with this app. Its intuitive features and compatibility ensure my audiobook journey is seamless. ππ§ Supports all my playlists and bookmarks seamlessly. Very convenient. I love the download options. ListenBook gives me so many ways to get my audiobooks onto my device.
Jack Cassidy
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VisionVoyager
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Stickers
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Lucky Martian
ListenBook's support for binaural audio processing is a thoughtful touch that reduces listening fatigue. ListenBook's dedication to providing a top-quality audio player is evident in every aspect of the app. Audiobook multitasking simplified β this app's ease of use is a true asset. ListenBook is a prime example of user-centered design. It's clear that the developers understand audiobook lovers' needs. With ListenBook, downloading audiobooks has become hassle-free, thanks to the various download options.
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