Listen to Genius & Anxiety: How Jews Changed the World, 1847-1947 by Norman Lebrecht
Enjoy this audiobook with MP3 Audiobook Player - the ultimate iOS audiobook experience
This lively chronicle of the years 1847–1947—the century when the Jewish people changed how we see the world—is “[a] thrilling and tragic history…especially good on the ironies and chain-reaction intimacies that make a people and a past” (The Wall Street Journal).In a hundred-year period, a handful of men and women changed the world. Many of them are well known—Marx, Freud, Proust, Einstein, Kafka. Others have vanished from collective memory despite their enduring importance in our daily lives. Without Karl Landsteiner, for instance, there would be no blood transfusions or major surgery. Without Paul Ehrlich, no chemotherapy. Without Siegfried Marcus, no motor car. Without Rosalind Franklin, genetic science would look very different. Without Fritz Haber, there would not be enough food to sustain life on earth. What do these visionaries have in common? They all had Jewish origins. They all had a gift for thinking in wholly original, even earth-shattering ways. In 1847, the Jewish people made up less than 0.25% of the world’s population, and yet they saw what others could not. How? Why? Norman Lebrecht has devoted half of his life to pondering and researching the mindset of the Jewish intellectuals, writers, scientists, and thinkers who turned the tides of history and shaped the world today as we know it. In Genius & Anxiety, Lebrecht begins with the Communist Manifesto in 1847 and ends in 1947, when Israel was founded. This robust, magnificent, beautifully designed volume is “an urgent and moving history” (The Spectator, UK) and a celebration of Jewish genius and contribution.
I love that I can download content directly from the internet within the ListenBook app – so handy! Chapters, configurable auto-rewind, and bookmarks on ListenBook keep me in control of my content. ListenBook's auto-rewind feature is a thoughtful addition that ensures I never miss a single word. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a great way to spread the joy of reading. The interface is so clean and clutter-free. It’s a pleasure to use.
This app has made me realize that I don't need a lot of time to read. Easy chapter navigation and beautiful design make this app stand out. ListenBook is the best audiobook player I’ve ever used. The app is reliable, fast, and packed with features like customizable themes and playback speed. The sleep timer is a lifesaver for bedtime listening. Great job, developers!
This app has transformed my daily walks into insightful journeys of knowledge – talk about efficiency! My audiobook collection has never looked better. Thank you, ListenBook! ListenBook's attention to detail is commendable. Every aspect of the app is well-crafted. The app is so easy to use. I was up and running in minutes.
I love that ListenBook supports a wide range of formats, making my library diverse. ListenBook has rekindled my love for audiobooks. The app's interface is beautiful and user-friendly. This was an adequate audiobook for casual listening. The narrator maintained a consistent pace and clear diction throughout, though their performance lacked some emotional range. The audio quality was fine with no significant technical distractions.
I'm grateful for this app, as it allows me to keep up with my reading even while multitasking. 🌌 Adding an extra layer of delight to cooking – this app turns meal prep into a culinary adventure with its audiobooks! 🍲📖 ListenBook’s playback is silky-smooth. The app is packed with useful features. The app is so versatile. It works with all my audiobook formats.
Audiobook joy made simple – this app's ease of use is a game-changer. The statistics tracking feature is very useful. ListenBook helps me keep track of my listening 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