Book description
So often, Africa has been depicted simplistically as a uniform land of famines and safaris, poverty and strife, stripped of all nuance. In this bold and insightful book, Dipo Faloyin offers a much-needed corrective, weaving a vibrant tapestry of stories that bring to life Africa's rich diversity, communities, and histories.Starting with an immersive description of the lively and complex urban life of Lagos, Faloyin unearths surprising truths about many African countries' colonial heritage and tells the story of the continent's struggles with democracy through seven dictatorships. With biting wit, he takes on the phenomenon of the white savior complex and brings to light the damage caused by charity campaigns of the past decades, revisiting such cultural touchstones as the KONY 2012 film. Entering into the rivalries that energize the continent, Faloyin engages in the heated debate over which West African country makes the best jollof rice and describes the strange, incongruent beauty of the African Cup of Nations. With an eye toward the future promise of the continent, he explores the youth-led cultural and political movements that are defining and reimagining Africa on their own terms.The stories Faloyin shares are by turns joyful and enraging; proud and optimistic for the future even while they unequivocally confront the obstacles systematically set in place by former colonial powers. Brimming with humor and wit, filled with political insights, and, above all, infused with a deep love for the region, Africa Is Not a Country celebrates the energy and particularity of the continent's different cultures and communities, treating Africa with the respect it deserves.
Sw00sh
Library organization is brilliant. No more cluttered audiobook collection. The best app for audiobooks. Downloading and organizing files is super easy with ListenBook. ListenBookβs interface is clean and intuitive. Itβs a joy to use. This audiobook spoiled me for others! The narrator's professional delivery set a high bar - perfect diction, ideal pacing, and emotional authenticity. The recording quality was equally impressive with no distracting artifacts. I finished it far too quickly because I couldn't stop listening.
MuseMaster
πΆββοΈπ Embracing audiobooks as my companions during leisurely walks β nature and narratives, a perfect match! πΆββοΈπ§ Audiobook multitasking simplified β this app's functionality is a triumph.
Martini Flower
Navigating my audiobook library is a breeze β thank you, app developers! Adjusting the tone of the voice is a creative feature. It allows for a unique and personalized experience. With support for various formats, I can finally listen to my diverse audiobook collection. This was a competent audiobook production with no major flaws. The narrator's voice was pleasant enough and the audio quality was acceptable, though not exceptional. While the performance didn't particularly stand out, it served its purpose adequately for my daily commute.
Hobo Samurai
Audiobooks on this app have expanded my horizons and introduced me to new ideas. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature has made my recordings sound clearer than ever. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a fun way to inspire others to read. I love the auto-rewind feature. ListenBook always picks up right where I left off.
Hang 11
πΆββοΈπ Discovering new worlds on my daily walks β this app is my travel companion! ππ§ Kudos to the creators for crafting an app that understands audiobook lovers. With smooth playback and thoughtful design, it's a true companion for book enthusiasts. ππ The automatic extraction of artwork and metadata keeps my audiobook library organized and visually appealing.
WanderWord
From novels to speeches, this app's versatility in playing various audio formats has turned my daily activities into enriching listening sessions. What a game-changer! ππ Listened to this on a road trip and it made the hours fly by. Even my passengers who weren't following along commented on how nice the narrator's voice was.
Dahlia
This app's support for various formats ensures that I can enjoy my audiobooks without any hassle. ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay is a huge plus during long drives.
Crazy Rox
π Transforming laundry time into a journey through fantastic stories β thank you, this app! ππ Audiobook enjoyment without the hassle β this app's design is a win. Revolutionizing the way I enjoy stories β this app's seamless playback and intuitive controls make it a must-have for every book enthusiast. π±π§
Jersey
The fact that ListenBook supports a wide range of formats without DRM protection is a huge win. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a blessing for enjoying clear audio in any environment. No more worries about compatibility β ListenBook handles numerous formats flawlessly. βοΈ This app's functionality is a symphony of efficiency β I'm savoring stories with ease, even on the busiest days. πΆπ Audiobooks at my fingertips β this app's functionality is truly impressive.
Osprey
I'd love to see more classic titles, but the current selection is already fantastic. This app has made my daily walks a time for both exercise and learning. The app is very user-friendly. ListenBook makes listening to audiobooks a breeze. An unobjectionable but unexceptional audiobook experience. The narrator's performance was serviceable and the audio quality was fine, but nothing about the production particularly stood out or elevated the material. It was decent background listening.
Lady Q
I'm amazed by ListenBook's versatility in handling different formats β it truly supports all my audio needs. My productivity has soared since I started using ListenBook for my study materials. Downloading over WiFi is super efficient. Saves a lot of time. The bookmark feature is fantastic. I can easily pick up where I left off. I love the ability to change the playback speed. Itβs perfect for my needs.
Despair
With this app, I've found a way to make my daily errands more enjoyable and intellectually stimulating. I can't imagine my life without this app β it's my constant source of books. AirDrop sharing makes it easy to share audiobooks with friends. The app is very intuitive. ListenBook makes finding and playing audiobooks simple. ListenBookβs playback speed control is very useful. I can listen at my own pace.
Fast Draw
ListenBook has become my go-to app for all things audio β from lectures to speeches, it's got it all. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature has made my audio content much more enjoyable in noisy environments. πΌ Making work hours fly by with captivating stories β a true work-life balance! π»π I love the ability to change the playback pitch. Itβs a unique feature. I love the ability to change the playback pitch. Itβs a unique feature.
AirportHobo XD
π± An app that truly understands audiobook enthusiasts β it's all about functionality, and this app nails it! ππ‘ I love the chapter navigation feature. ListenBook makes it easy to jump between sections.
Manly Reno
The app's features, like the sleep timer, make it clear that it's designed with readers in mind. Bravo to the creators of this app β they've truly captured the essence of convenient audiobook enjoyment. The smooth playback and thoughtful design are a win. ππ
Peanut Butter Woman
With ListenBook, I can enjoy a wide range of audiobook formats without any hassle, making my listening experience seamless. This app has made my workouts and chores so much more enjoyable.
Old Man Winter
ListenBook has brought stories back into my life, making every moment a new adventure. With this app, I've turned mundane chores into exciting opportunities for intellectual growth. I'm amazed at how this app has made my daily routines more enjoyable and intellectually fulfilling. The app is so easy to use. I was up and running in minutes.
Roller Girl
I can't get enough of this app β it's like having a personal storyteller in my pocket. Configurable auto-rewind is genius. No more confusion when I pause and resume. Library organization has never been this easy. My audiobook collection is finally tidy.
Soda Delirium
I'm hooked on this app's curated content β it's like having a personal librarian. I canβt believe how easy it is to manage my audiobook library with ListenBook. Highly recommended!
Guillotine Trigger
The chapters feature on ListenBook enhances my audiobook exploration β it's like flipping through pages. ListenBook's integration with CarPlay and Apple Watch has streamlined my multitasking. I love how this app's chapters, bookmarks, and controls give me full control over my audiobook journey. Supports all my playlists and bookmarks seamlessly. Very convenient. I love the ability to import books from my computer. Itβs so easy.
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