Book description
An evocative and epic story, Nick Tabor's Africatown charts the fraught history of America from those who were brought here as slaves but nevertheless established a home for themselves and their descendants, a community which often thrived despite persistent racism and environmental pollution. In 1860, a ship called the Clotilda was smuggled through the Alabama Gulf Coast, carrying the last group of enslaved people ever brought to the U.S. from West Africa. Five years later, the shipmates were emancipated, but they had no way of getting back home. Instead they created their own community outside the city of Mobile, where they spoke Yoruba and appointed their own leaders, a story chronicled in Zora Neale Hurston's Barracoon. That community, Africatown, has endured to the present day, and many of the community residents are the shipmates' direct descendants. After many decades of neglect and a Jim Crow legal system that targeted the area for industrialization, the community is struggling to survive. Many community members believe the pollution from the heavy industry surrounding their homes has caused a cancer epidemic among residents, and companies are eyeing even more land for development. At the same time, after the discovery of the remains of the Clotilda in the riverbed nearby, a renewed effort is underway to create a living memorial to the community and the lives of the slaves who founded it.
Hoover Spark
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Atomic Blastoid
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Lounge Master
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Swampmasher
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Eye Candy Kitten
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LerveDr
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Po1son
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Scare Stone
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Scuffs
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Cool Iris
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Poptart AK47
Adjusting the narrator's voice tone is a creative feature that adds a personal touch to the experience. I love the ability to change the background color. Itโs a nice touch.
Flyswat Briggs
I love that I can switch between devices seamlessly and continue where I left off. The ability to download audio from network devices directly within ListenBook is incredibly convenient. I love the bookmarking feature. ListenBook makes it easy to pick up where I left off. The audio filters make a noticeable difference. ListenBook provides an excellent listening experience.
Sepukku
The ListenBook app has become an indispensable part of my daily routine, helping me learn and relax simultaneously. Audiobooks have become a cherished part of my daily life, all thanks to this app. ๐๏ธ This app's functionality is a symphony of efficiency โ I'm enjoying audiobooks without missing a beat in my day. ๐ถ๐ โญ๏ธ This app's functionality is a symphony of efficiency โ I'm savoring stories with ease, even on the busiest days. ๐ถ๐ ListenBook is my trusted partner for all things audiobooks. It's reliable, intuitive, and user-friendly.
Firedog
This app's ease of use has made my daily tasks so much more enjoyable. ๐ Transforming long drives into memorable journeys through the magic of audiobooks! ๐๐
Dancing Madman
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PP Dubs
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Nueva Nova
Kudos to the creators for making literature so accessible and enjoyable. ๐ My audiobook haven โ this app is like a door to endless adventures and knowledge! ๐๐ Simplifying my audiobook experience โ this app's design is a game-changer. This app is perfect for anyone who loves audiobooks. The interface is sleek and modern, and the playback controls are super responsive. I also appreciate the cloud integration, which lets me access my books from anywhere. Great work!
NoiseCake
The narrator's voice in some audiobooks is so soothing, it's like a spa for the ears. Sharing audiobooks with friends is a blast. AirDrop makes it seamless. The appโs design is sleek and modern. ListenBook is my favorite audiobook player.
Freaky Ratbuster
Looping playback helps me retain knowledge from audiobooks effectively. It's an invaluable tool. Sharing audiobooks through AirDrop is a delightful way to share the joy of storytelling with friends and family. It fosters connections and conversations. Fairly enjoyable, but forgettable. I didnโt have any major complaints, but I also donโt see myself revisiting this one. It was a decent way to spend a few hours, though.
DreamWeaver
ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature has made my audio content much more enjoyable in noisy environments. ListenBook's dedication to delivering top-notch audio quality is evident in every detail. Audiobook pleasure at its finest! This app's sleek design and efficient organization ensure that every story is accessible and delightful. ๐๐
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