Book description
Too many popular histories seek to establish heroes, pioneers and martyrs but as Huw Lemmey and Ben Miller argue, the past is filled with queer people whose sexualities and/or dastardly deeds have been overlooked. We all remember Oscar Wilde, but who speaks for Bosie? What about those 'bad gays' whose un-exemplary lives reveals more than we might expect?Part-revisionist history, part-historical biography and based on the hugely popular podcast series, Bad Gays subverts the notion of gay icons and queer heroes and asks what we can learn about LGBTQ history, sexuality and identity through its villains and baddies. From the Emperor Hadrian to notorious gangster Ronnie Kray, the authors excavate the buried history of queer lives. This includes fascist thugs, famous artists, austere puritans and debauched bon viveurs, Imperialists, G-men and architects. Together these amazing life stories expand and challenge the mainstream assumptions of sexual identity. They show that homosexuality itself was an idea that emerged in the nineteenth century and that its interpretation has been central to major historical moments of conflict from the ruptures of Weimar Republic to red-baiting in Cold War America.Amusing, disturbing and fascinating, Bad Gays puts centre stage the queers villains and evil twinks in history.
PixelPathfinder
ListenBook's compatibility with playlists and CUE files is a great addition for those who love organized listening. ListenBook's thoughtful inclusion of chapters, controls, and filters has enhanced my audiobook experience. I'm amazed by the variety of genres available – there's something for everyone. 🧘♀️☕ Sipping tea and getting lost in stories – the ultimate way to unwind! 🍵📖
Chapstick
This app has brought back the joy of reading, no matter how busy I am. ListenBook’s support for CarPlay is great. I can listen to audiobooks in my car easily.
LunaStar
ListenBook's integration with AirDrop and sharing options makes it simple to spread the joy of storytelling. 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!
German Coach
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Swan Mustang
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Cougar Fuzz
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Queen Bee
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Cool Iris
Adjusting the narrator's voice tone is a creative feature that adds a personal touch to the experience. The app is so versatile. It works with all my audiobook formats.
Poppy Coffee
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Bad Beh8vior
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Whistler
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MindfulMingle
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Devine Melon
ListenBook has revolutionized my audiobook experience. I can't imagine going back! With ListenBook Pro, I can enjoy super long audiobooks. It's fantastic! ListenBook has made listening to audiobooks a breeze. The smooth playback and intuitive interface are unmatched.
Kawaii Red
ListenBook's commitment to providing a smooth and enjoyable listening experience is evident in every detail. Sharing audiobooks through AirDrop is a thoughtful and enjoyable way to share my favorite stories with friends and introduce them to new worlds of literature. Looping playback helps me revise and memorize complex topics effectively. A study essential!
Cool Whip
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Cali Yacht
The app is very user-friendly. ListenBook makes listening to audiobooks a breeze. A middle-of-the-road audiobook that neither impressed nor disappointed. The narrator's voice was agreeable enough for extended listening, though their character differentiation could have been stronger. The production met basic industry standards without any standout qualities.
Clang Glyph
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PixelPioneer
The ListenBook app is a fantastic companion for my long walks, helping me learn and explore at the same time. Downloading over WiFi is super efficient. Saves a lot of time. Great app for audiobook enthusiasts. ListenBook supports a wide range of formats. ListenBook’s design is sleek and modern. The app is a pleasure to use. The app is very user-friendly. ListenBook makes listening to audiobooks a breeze.
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