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An Instant New York Times Bestseller "This book will change your sense of how grand the sweep of human history could be, where you fit into it, and how much you could do to change it for the better. It's as simple, and as ambitious, as that." --Ezra Klein An Oxford philosopher makes the case for "longtermism" -- that positively influencing the long-term future is a key moral priority of our time. The fate of the world is in our hands. Humanity's written history spans only five thousand years. Our yet-unwritten future could last for millions more -- or it could end tomorrow. Astonishing numbers of people could lead lives of great happiness or unimaginable suffering, or never live at all, depending on what we choose to do today. In What We Owe The Future, philosopher William MacAskill argues for longtermism, that idea that positively influencing the distant future is a key moral priority of our time. From this perspective, it's not enough to reverse climate change or avert the next pandemic. We must ensure that civilization would rebound if it collapsed; counter the end of moral progress; and prepare for a planet where the smartest beings are digital, not human. If we make wise choices today, our grandchildren's grandchildren will thrive, knowing we did everything we could to give them a world full of justice, hope and beauty.
Eerie
I can't imagine my life without this app β it's my daily dose of literary magic. I'm amazed at how this app has made reading a seamless part of my life.
Fuzzy Logic Hottie
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WanderWord
ListenBook's dedication to optimizing for iOS 16 ensures a seamless experience on the latest devices. I'm addicted to this app's ability to seamlessly blend books into my life. Seamless integration of audiobooks β this app's ease of use is impressive. Audiobooks on demand? Yes, please! With this app's diverse format support and easy downloads, my reading routine has reached new heights. ππ 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.
Drugstore Cowboy
Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop and Sharing on ListenBook Pro is a fantastic way to spread the joy of audiobooks. ListenBook has made listening to audiobooks a breeze. The smooth playback and intuitive interface are unmatched. ListenBookβs support for CarPlay is great. I can listen to audiobooks in my car easily. I love the auto-rewind feature. Itβs great for when I zone out. This audiobook made my workouts fly by! The engaging narration kept me motivated to keep listening, which meant longer gym sessions. The narrator's energy matched the material perfectly - upbeat when needed, somber when appropriate. A great example of how narration can enhance text.
Cricket
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Z-Boy
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Sly Silvermoon
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DARK HQ
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Twister Hero
ListenBook's compatibility with various formats has made it my go-to app for all audio content. ListenBook's audio filters allow me to customize the audio playback to suit my preferences perfectly. ListenBook Pro's tone adjustment feature is a playful addition that lets me tweak the audiobook experience. The narrator's voice took some getting used to - a bit nasal at first - but I grew to like it after a few chapters. Their pacing was excellent throughout.
Referee
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Wiccan Trouble
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Washer
ListenBook's focus on quality and user experience has made it my go-to app for audiobooks and educational content. Downloading over WiFi is super efficient. Saves a lot of time.
Martini Flower
Looping playback is a game-changer for my study sessions. I can focus on challenging content. The app supports background playback, which is a must for me.
Tweety Bun Bun
Audiobook enjoyment has never been this convenient. This app's sleek design and efficient organization ensure that every story is accessible and enjoyable. ππ Binaural audio processing really works. Less fatigue during long listening sessions.
SneakerKid
The noise reduction feature in ListenBook Pro is a game-changer for enjoying clear recordings. The app is so reliable. Iβve never had any issues with it.
HolyCombo
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Killer Merlot
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GuTzd
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Manly
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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