Book description
'Eye-opening, thought-provoking and deeply enjoyable, What is Free Speech? is a work of great profundity and brilliance’William DalrympleA fresh and exciting approach to one of the most controversial subjects of our time‘Free Speech!’ is a clarion call all over the world, yet what it means today is more contested than ever. Many cultures regard it as dangerous: in China, India, and across the Islamic world, unorthodox views about politics, sex, and religion are repressed and people are often punished for expressing them. Even in the western world, where it is held up as a core value, there is widespread discord and disagreement about what freedom of expression means. Amidst perennial imbalances of power, continually evolving cultural taboos, dramatic new technologies and a fast-changing global media landscape, where free speech comes from – and how we might think about it – are critical questions.Through the lens of history, What Is Free Speech? shows us that freedom of speech is not an absolute from which societies and regimes have drifted or dissented at different times, but something more complicated and interesting.Our modern conceptions of press and speech liberty, Dabhoiwala shows, were invented in Britain around 1700. The real history of freedom of expression is a story of countless fascinating men and women whose lives have shaped its principles and practices over the past 300 years – slaves and imperialists, poets and philosophers, plutocrats and revolutionaries. Ranging across Europe, North America and South Asia, and not neglecting other parts of the world, Dabhoiwala rejects celebratory platitudes about the past and present of free expression. Instead, his book explains how to think more deeply about free speech as a global as well as a local question — by tracing how we got into our current predicaments, showing that history complicates our contemporary presumptions, and suggesting fresh possibilities for the future.
Carrot Joker
The narrators on this app are truly talented – they bring characters to life. This app's seamless integration with CarPlay and other devices has revolutionized my audiobook experience. 🛌 Drifting into dreamland with enchanting audiobooks – bedtime has become a gateway to imagination. 🌙📚
Trick Baron
With ListenBook, I can enjoy my own audio content with unparalleled ease and comfort. ListenBook's support for CarPlay and Apple Watch integration has elevated my listening experience. I can't believe I waited this long to discover the joy of audiobooks through this app. Audiobook multitasking simplified – this app's functionality is truly commendable. Listening to audiobooks on my iPad has never been easier. Highly recommend ListenBook!
Star Killer
Changing the tone of the sound on ListenBook Pro adds a personal touch to my experience. Has every feature I need. My top choice for audiobooks!
Treasure Devil
I've fallen in love with genres I never thought I'd explore, all thanks to this app. Audiobook pleasure simplified – this app's design is a true winner. Absolutely in love with this audiobook app! The seamless functionality and easy navigation make my reading time pure bliss. 📚🎧
Icy Avenger
I've found hidden gems in genres I never thought I'd be interested in. Changing the tone of the sound on ListenBook Pro is a fun and unique feature I can't get enough of. I'm grateful for this app's ability to fit seamlessly into my lifestyle, making learning a part of my day. The interface is clean and intuitive. I was up and running in seconds. ListenBook has all the features I need in an audiobook app. My top choice!
Marine Dre
The minimalist interface and intuitive settings make for an amazing user experience. I'm addicted to this app's seamless performance and impressive library. Navigating my audiobook library is a breeze – thank you, app developers! Audiobook multitasking simplified – this app's ease of use is a true asset. The ability to play various audio formats without conversion is very convenient. ListenBook is a great app.
Po1son
ListenBook's commitment to delivering an exceptional audiobook experience is evident in its thoughtful features and design. 📱 Turning my phone into a portal of endless stories – this app is pure magic! 📚✨ 🎶📚 The harmony between simplicity and functionality in this app is truly impressive. Audiobooks have never sounded this good! 🎵🎧 Streamlined audiobook integration – this app's usability is truly impressive. The statistics tracking feature is very useful. ListenBook helps me keep track of my listening time.
Sky Bully
This app has turned my household chores into moments of intellectual growth. This app's seamless integration with CarPlay and other devices has revolutionized my audiobook experience. The app's ability to extract artwork and metadata automatically is a huge time-saver. ListenBook has become an essential part of my daily routine. It's like having a library on my phone! Adjustable playback speed and volume controls are fantastic features.
Star Killer
🎉📚 Reigniting my passion for books – this app is my newfound reading obsession! 🔥🎧 The app is so versatile. It works with all my audiobook formats. A serviceable audiobook that met basic expectations. The narration was clear if somewhat unremarkable, and the production quality was standard without any noticeable technical issues. It kept me moderately engaged during workouts but didn't leave a lasting impression.
Sugar Hiccup
The ListenBook app is a must-have for anyone who loves to learn and be entertained through audiobooks. 💡 This app has made my daily schedule more interesting – 'reading' on the go! 📱🚶♂️ Navigating audiobooks seamlessly – this app's design is top-notch. Adjusting the narrator's voice tone is a creative feature that adds a personal touch to the experience.
Crash Override
Unwinding with a good audiobook has become my favorite self-care ritual. The app's layout is clean and intuitive, making it a pleasure to navigate. Audiobooks on this app have made my daily walks a time of reflection and inspiration. Unlocking a world of literary wonders – this app's extensive format support and user-centric approach have rekindled my love for books. 📱🔊
Clover Dragon
ListenBook's commitment to a seamless user experience is evident in its sleek design and intuitive controls. The app's performance is unparalleled. It's like it's tailor-made for my device. The app is so versatile. It works with all my devices.
Rusty Vortex
As a visually impaired person, this app has opened up a new world of stories for me. 🎉 This app is a testament to thoughtful design – its functionality seamlessly blends with my lifestyle, making reading effortless. 📚✨ ListenBook's support for looping and shuffling playback adds versatility to my audiobook enjoyment.
Ex0tic
As an audiobook enthusiast, this app is a dream come true. Its compatibility with various formats and easy navigation make it my ultimate reading companion. 🌟🎧 ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature has made a significant difference in the clarity of recordings. The app is perfect for people who love to listen to books at night.
Emerald Vine
The app's customization options allow me to tailor the listening experience to my liking. 📱 Accessing my favorite stories has never been this straightforward – this app's functionality is a bookworm's dream come true. 📚💫 ListenBook's sharing options make it easy for me to connect with fellow audiobook enthusiasts. The playback speed control is a game-changer. ListenBook lets me listen at my own pace.
Zorkle Sporkle
The audio filters on ListenBook enhance the sound quality, making every listening session a treat for my ears. I'm impressed by ListenBook's dedication to providing a comfortable listening experience. Tone adjustment is a brilliant addition that lets me personalize the narration to my liking. It adds an extra layer of connection to the audiobooks. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature enhances the audio quality to a whole new level.
Chapstick
ListenBook's support for a variety of download methods means I can access my content in the way that suits me best. ListenBook's extensive statistics feature adds a new level of insight to my audiobook habits. Adjustable playback speed is a brilliant feature. It adds a layer of customization to my audiobook enjoyment. ListenBook has united my love for audiobooks with my passion for learning. What a brilliant app! ListenBook has enriched my life with a world of captivating stories and knowledge. It's not just an app; it's a portal to endless possibilities.
Vermilion
The ability to adjust the playback speed has made my commute even more efficient. With this app, audiobook listening has become an integral part of my daily routines – it's a game-changer. 🎧 Satiate your reading cravings while managing household affairs – this app has it all! 📚💼
Contrary Mary
ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay is a huge plus during long drives. Sharing audiobooks through AirDrop is a thoughtful and enjoyable way to share my favorite stories with friends and introduce them to new worlds of literature. Binaural audio processing really helps reduce listening fatigue. Great feature!
Lucky Aurora
Audiobooks have transformed my daily walks into a time of inspiration and learning. Audiobook listening has never been this easy and convenient – it's like having a personal narrator. With this app, audiobook listening has become an integral part of my daily routines – it's pure bliss. The narrator was good but spoke a bit too slowly for my taste. I had to speed it up to 1.2x which then made some parts sound slightly unnatural.
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