Book description
A confrontation with the destruction of the Amazon by a writer who moved her life into the heart of the forest. In lyrical, impassioned prose, Eliane Brum recounts her move from São Paulo to Altamira, a city along the Xingu River that has been devastated by the construction of one of the largest dams in the world. In community with the human and more-than-human world of the Amazon, Brum seeks to "reforest" herself while building relationships with forest peoples who carry both the scars and the resistance of the forest in their bodies. Weaving together the lived stories of the region and its history of violent corruption and destruction, Banzeiro Òkòtó is a call for radical change, for the creation of a new kind of human being capable of facing the potential extinction of our species. In it, Brum reveals the direct links between structural inequities rooted in gender, race, class, and even species, and the suffering that capitalism and climate breakdown wreak on those who are least responsible for them. The title Banzeiro Òkòtó features words from two cultural and linguistic traditions: banzeiro is what the Amazon people call the place where the river turns into a fearsome vortex, and òkòtó is the Yoruba word for a shell that spirals outward into infinity. Like the Xingu River, turning as it flows, this book is a fierce document of transformation arguing for the centrality of the Amazon to all our lives.
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Divine Quasar
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PixelPilgrim
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Pusher
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Freesia
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Guillotine
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Koi Diva
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Rope
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General Finish
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Jersey
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Pink Nightmare
Audiobook lovers, you need this app in your life. The innovative features, from audio filters to compatibility, enhance my reading journey. 🎉🎧 ListenBook's loop and shuffle playback options are essential for my audiobook enjoyment and study. I love the ability to change the playback speed. It’s perfect for my needs.
CyberScribe
Thank you for making my reading goals more achievable and enjoyable. This app has brought storytelling into every corner of my life – it's incredible. 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.
Sylvester Eye
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Flakes
The app's stability is impressive – it runs smoothly without any glitches. The ListenBook app has become an indispensable part of my daily routine, helping me learn and relax simultaneously. With ListenBook, I can finally enjoy my audiobooks without worrying about format compatibility. It handles everything!
Freeze Queen
I love that I can switch between fiction and non-fiction effortlessly. Audiobooks have become my companion during long walks, transforming exercise into a pleasure. Book Groups on ListenBook make it easy to categorize and access my audiobooks. With this app, I've turned my daily commutes into exciting journeys through the world of literature.
Daisy Stick
Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop and Sharing on ListenBook Pro is a fantastic way to spread the joy of audiobooks. Audiobook enjoyment without the hassle – this app's design is a win. The book groups feature is a thoughtful addition. It helps me keep my series and related titles together. Sharing audiobooks through AirDrop is a delightful way to connect with fellow book lovers.
NightDream
ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature has made my audio content much more enjoyable in noisy environments. The download options are versatile, making it a breeze to get my favorite audiobooks on the go.
Cool Whip
This app has reignited my passion for reading, and I'm forever grateful. This app's library is a treasure trove – I'm always discovering new favorites.
Pyscho Hun
This app's user-friendly controls and sleek design have made audiobook listening a truly immersive journey. The quick access to chapters and controls makes the app a joy to use. I'm always in control. The ability to play various audio formats without conversion is very convenient. ListenBook is a great app. The app is so reliable. I’ve never had any issues with it.
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