Listen to At the Hinge of History: A Reporter's Story by Joseph C. Harsch
Enjoy this audiobook with MP3 Audiobook Player - the ultimate iOS audiobook experience
In a news career spanning more than sixty years, Joseph C. Harsch was a firsthand witness to many of the great events of the twentieth century. As a reporter and columnist for the Christian Science Monitor, and as a correspondent for all three of the major networks, he became one of the most respected figures in the profession, a mentor to a generation of journalists covering international affairs. At the Hinge of History is Harsch's career autobiography. What is most striking in this deftly rendered account is Harsch's uncanny knack for being at the right place at the right time. He was a reporter in Washington when President Hoover began to grasp the magnitude of the economic crisis that became known as the Great Depression. While traveling to the Soviet Union in 1941, he arrived in Hawaii just before the Japanese attacked Pearl Harbor. He was with General MacArthur in Australia on the occasion of the "I shall return" speech. He reported from the liberated death camps in 1945, went behind the newly forged Iron Curtain in 1947 and 1949, and was stationed in London when certain postwar pressures tested the Anglo-American alliance. Throughout the book, Harsch reveals an overarching perspective that places major events in a larger historical context. This is especially evident in the later chapters when he discussed the course of the Cold War, the role of ideology in the American view of China and the conduct of the Vietnam War, and the origins of the Arab-Israeli conflict. The book is filled with fascinating sketches of his encounters with such figures as President Roosevelt, General MacArthur, Dean Acheson, Walter Lippmann, and Adlai Stevenson. On occasion, Harsch recalls events not recounted elsewhere, and he frequently casts a new light on familiar ground. In one eye-opening chapter, for example, he describes the international effort in the 1930s to resettle European Jews in Angola--an effort that collapsed when Hitler invaded Poland. He provides a chilling firsthand recollection of the complacency and unpreparedness that preceded the Pearl Harbor bombing. In still other chapters he relates his role in the "capture" of Nazi leader Albert Speer and in the investigation following the mysterious murder in Greece of his fellow correspondent George Polk. At once refreshingly direct and replete with self-effacing irony, At the Hinge of History is a memorable testament to the personal qualities of its author, to the art and science of journalism, and to the tumultuous twentieth century.
The ability to listen to books while multitasking is a game-changer for me. This app has enriched my daily routine with the joy of stories and knowledge. I'm amazed at how this app has made my daily activities more enjoyable and intellectually stimulating. I'm blown away by the powerful audio downloading options. So versatile! ListenBook’s interface is sleek and user-friendly. Finding and playing my audiobooks has never been easier.
I'm amazed at how this app's narrators bring characters and stories to life. A perfectly acceptable audiobook that fulfilled its purpose. The narration was competent if not particularly memorable, and the production quality was standard for the genre. It served as decent background entertainment during mundane tasks.
This app's convenience has transformed my reading habits – it's a game-changer. Audiobook journey simplified – this app's functionality is a wonderful surprise. The library organization feature is a blessing. My audiobooks are finally organized and easy to find. Navigating chapters is a breeze with ListenBook. It's a user-friendly and seamless experience.
ListenBook's library organization and book groups help me keep my content neatly sorted. ListenBook's looping playback, shuffle feature, and configurable controls make learning a breeze. I'm amazed at this app's ability to transport me to different worlds through stories. ListenBook has turned my audio content into an immersive, personalized, and unforgettable experience. I love how this app fits seamlessly into my daily routine.
🎉📚 Rekindling my passion for books – this app has sparked a reading revolution in my daily life! 🔥📖 Thanks to ListenBook, downloading audiobooks from various sources has become effortless. I'm impressed with the wide range of supported formats. Finally, an app that plays all my audiobooks flawlessly. The ability to play various audio formats without conversion is very convenient. ListenBook is a great app. Highly engaging! The combination of a well-written story and skilled narration made this audiobook hard to pause. I finished it much faster than I expected because I just couldn’t stop listening.
ListenBook's audio filters and controls have revolutionized the way I enjoy my audio content. I love that ListenBook supports a wide range of formats, making my library diverse. ListenBook's support for playlists in CUE format is a thoughtful touch I appreciate. I'm amazed at how this app has made reading fit into every aspect of my life. The app's versatility in downloading audio is impressive. It streamlines the process and saves time.
Plays MP3, MP4, OPUS, OGG, FLAC, AWB, M4B, M4A, WMA, AAC formats
Optimized for iPhone, iPad, and iPod with seamless integration
Adjust playback speed from 0.5x to 3.0x for your listening preference
Import audiobooks via iTunes, cloud services, or direct downloads
Get your favorite audiobooks in supported formats from various sources
Import audiobooks to MP3 Audiobook Player using multiple methods
Control playback from your device, headphones, Apple Watch, or CarPlay
Join thousands of users who enjoy audiobooks with MP3 Audiobook Player daily
Download Now