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
Manimal
Every moment is a chance to explore new stories with this app. Its intuitive features and compatibility ensure my audiobook journey is seamless. ππ§ The automatic extraction of artwork and metadata keeps my audiobook library organized and visually appealing.
Pink Stream
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Star Killer
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MindfulMingle
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Gas Man
I can finally listen to all my audiobooks seamlessly with ListenBook. The customizable playback controls and chapter navigation make it a breeze. The statistics feature in ListenBook provides valuable insights into my audiobook consumption habits. CUE playlist support is a thoughtful feature that keeps my audiobook listening organized and enjoyable.
Sleek Zelda
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Bootleg Taximan
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Mafia Rapunzel
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Vagabond Warrior
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TrinitySoul
I'm amazed at how this app's features cater to audiobook enthusiasts' every need. ListenBook's compatibility with various formats has made it my go-to app for all audio content.
RealmRanger
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ThermalMode
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Hang 11
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Muzish
The variety of narrators adds a unique touch to each book, making every experience special. ListenBook's integration with CarPlay and Apple Watch has streamlined my multitasking. ListenBook is the perfect blend of technology and art, turning audio into an unforgettable experience. Chapters make it so easy to pick up where I left off. No more hunting around. Drag and drop downloads directly from my web browser? That's a level of convenience I appreciate.
ManMaker
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 app's compatibility with CarPlay is a dream for road trips. It keeps me entertained. I love the ability to share my progress with friends. Itβs a fun feature.
LerveDr
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Gothic Slacker
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Troublemasher
This app is my secret weapon for staying entertained during mundane tasks. Seamless audiobook integration β this app's design is remarkable. The app is so easy to set up. I was listening to my books in no time. This served its purpose as background listening while I worked. I probably missed some details but the narrator's voice was pleasant enough.
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