Book description
A family reunion gives way to an unforgettable genealogical quest as relatives reconnect across lines of color, culture, and time, putting the past into urgent conversation with the present. In 1791, Thomas Jefferson hired a Black man to help survey Washington, DC. That man was Benjamin Banneker, an African American mathematician, a writer of almanacs, and one of the greatest astronomers of his generation. Banneker then wrote what would become a famous letter to Jefferson, imploring the new president to examine his hypocrisy, as someone who claimed to love liberty yet was an enslaver. More than two centuries later, Rachel Jamison Webster, an ostensibly white woman, learns that this groundbreaking Black forefather is also her distant relative. Acting as a storyteller, Webster draws on oral history and conversations with her DNA cousins to imagine the lives of their shared ancestors across eleven generations, among them Banneker's grandparents, an interracial couple who broke the law to marry when America was still a conglomerate of colonies under British rule. These stories shed light on the legal construction of race and display the brilliance and resistance of early African Americans in the face of increasingly unjust laws, some of which are still in effect in the present day.
Prez Dog
I'm impressed by how much more I'm learning through audiobooks compared to traditional reading. The statistics feature is brilliant. I love seeing how much time I spend on audiobooks with ListenBook.
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The 'Explore' feature has introduced me to authors I might never have discovered otherwise. This app has broadened my literary horizons, introducing me to new authors. Audiobooks at my fingertips – this app's functionality is a game-changer. ListenBook has transformed my daily activities into opportunities for learning and enjoyment. I love the ability to share my progress with friends. It’s a fun feature.
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Thanks to ListenBook, I've rediscovered the joy of exploring my favorite content on multiple devices. ListenBook's compatibility with various formats ensures that my audio needs are met.
Mr. Lucky
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Little General
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Coldy
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Crazy Rox
With this app, I've unlocked the secret to reading even on the busiest days. I love the ability to change the background color. It’s a nice touch.
Hella Fella
The ListenBook app has made my daily routines more enriching, allowing me to learn while on the go. ListenBook's intuitive controls and beautiful layout make my audiobook experience a delightful one. ListenBook is a game-changer – it plays a wide variety of formats without any conversion needed. Audiobook immersion without fuss – this app's ease of use is commendable. Looping playback is a game-changer for my study sessions. I can focus on challenging content.
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Chasm Face
This app's convenience has made reading a priority in my busy schedule. Book groups are a thoughtful addition. They help me keep related titles together for a seamless experience.
Beo
I'm hooked on this app's curated content – it's like having a personal librarian. Library organization is brilliant. No more cluttered audiobook collection. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction is a lifesaver. I can hear clearly even in noisy environments.
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