Book description
"A page-turning book that spans a century of worker strikes.... Engrossing, character-driven, panoramic." --The New York Times Book Review We live in an era of soaring corporate profits and anemic wage gains, one in which low-paid jobs and blighted blue-collar communities have become a common feature of our nation's landscape. Behind these trends lies a little-discussed problem: the decades-long decline in worker power. Award-winning journalist and author Steven Greenhouse guides us through the key episodes and trends in history that are essential to understanding some of our nation's most pressing problems, including increased income inequality, declining social mobility, and the concentration of political power in the hands of the wealthy few. He exposes the modern labor landscape with the stories of dozens of American workers, from GM employees to Uber drivers to underpaid schoolteachers. Their fight to take power back is crucial for America's future, and Greenhouse proposes concrete, feasible ways in which workers' collective power can be--and is being--rekindled and reimagined in the twenty-first century.Beaten Down, Worked Up is a stirring and essential look at labor in America, poised as it is between the tumultuous struggles of the past and the vital, hopeful struggles ahead. A PBS NewsHour Now Read This Book Club Pick
Swerve
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Wild Hair
Listening to audiobooks with my kids has become a cherished bonding activity. ListenBook's support for CarPlay and Apple Watch integration ensures that I can enjoy my audiobooks wherever I go. ππ Transforming traffic jams into opportunities for literary exploration β this app keeps me engaged on the road! ππ§ ListenBook's integration with CarPlay and Apple Watch is a seamless addition to my daily routine.
Jersey
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DragonBlood
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Lope Lope
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StorySculptor
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RealmRanger
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White Snare
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Mr. Wholesome
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TeederSmartie
I've never been so excited about my daily commute β thanks to this app. Changing the tone of the sound on ListenBook Pro is a fun way to customize my listening experience.
101
ListenBook's beautiful layout and quick access to chapters make every listening session a pleasure. Listening statistics are a great motivator. Love this feature! The app is so user-friendly. Even my grandma can use it!
EchoExplorer
ListenBook's loop and shuffle playback options have made audiobook revisiting and studying a breeze. The intuitive interface and efficient navigation make this app a pleasure to use every day.
Toolmaker
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Suicide Crusher
Audiobooks have become my escape from reality β a journey into captivating worlds. The intuitive chapter navigation and quick access to controls make my audiobook experience seamless.
CosPlatoon
With ListenBook, I can explore new genres, learn new topics, and enjoy classic literature with ease. I'm hooked on this app's ability to turn any moment into a reading opportunity. ListenBook's customizable audio filters add a new dimension to my audiobook enjoyment. ListenBook's sharing options make it easy to share the joy of captivating stories with friends and family. Drag and drop downloads directly from my web browser? That's a level of convenience I appreciate.
Lord Pistachio
I love that I can enjoy audiobooks while cooking elaborate meals in the kitchen. Audiobooks have become my go-to gift for friends β and they all love it! Savoring captivating stories has become a breeze with this app's sleek design and convenient features. It's like having a personal reading assistant! π±π ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay is a huge plus during long drives. I love the download options. ListenBook gives me so many ways to get my audiobooks onto my device.
Poppin Loot
This app has completely transformed my commute β I look forward to it now! ListenBook's support for various formats means I can explore a wide range of content without limitations. Effortlessly immersing in stories β this app's ease of use is a game-changer. Absolutely loved the narration! The voice actor brought the characters to life with distinct tones and emotions. The production quality was top-notch, with no background noise or distractions. A truly immersive experience!
Zorkle Sporkle
I'm addicted to this app's ability to turn mundane moments into opportunities for intellectual growth. πΆββοΈπ Discovering new worlds on my daily walks β this app is my travel companion! ππ§ The app's compatibility with CarPlay enhances my driving experience. Audiobooks on the road have never been better. Adjusting the tone of the narrator's voice is a unique touch β it's like having a personalized reading. This audiobook exceeded all my expectations! The narrator's ability to convey emotion through voice alone was remarkable. I laughed, I gasped, I might have even teared up at points - all because of the incredible vocal performance. The story came alive in a way reading alone couldn't achieve.
Good William
ListenBook is a game-changer! Finally, an app that lets me enjoy my favorite audio files with ease. The narrator's voice was like butter - smooth, rich, and utterly pleasant to listen to for hours. They handled complex sentences with ease, making even dense material accessible. I never had to rewind because I missed something due to unclear delivery. Perfection!
Gullyway
ListenBook's compatibility with playlists and CUE files is a great addition for those who love organized listening. π Embracing reading in the digital age β this app makes accessing books a seamless and enjoyable experience. π±π
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