Book description
A richly illustrated story of public transit in one of America's most historic cities, from public ferry and horse-drawn carriage to the MBTA. A lively tour of public transportation in Boston over the years, Boston in Transit maps the complete history of the modes of transportation that have kept the city moving and expanding since its founding in 1630--from the simple ferry serving an English settlement to the expansive network of the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority, or MBTA. The story of public transit in Boston--once dubbed the Hub of the Universe--is a journey through the history of the American metropolis. With a remarkable collection of maps and architectural and engineering drawings at hand, Steven Beaucher launches his account from the landing where English colonists established that first ferry, carrying passengers between what is now Boston's North End and Charlestown--and sparing them what had been a two-day walk around Boston Harbor. In the 1700s, horse-drawn coaches appeared on the scene, connecting Boston and Cambridge, with the bigger, better Omnibus soon to follow. From horse-drawn coaches, horse-drawn railways evolved, making way for the electric streetcar networks that allowed the city's early suburbs to sprout--culminating in the multimodal, regional public transportation network in place in Boston today. With photographs, brochures, pamphlets, guidebooks, timetables, and tickets, Boston in Transit creates a complete picture of the everyday experience of public transportation through the centuries. At once a practical reference, local history, and travelogue, this book will be cherished by armchair tourists, day-trippers, and serious travelers alike.
Shy Warrior
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Night Train
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Hoboken Nightingale
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NoiseCake
I love how this app allows me to enjoy books even when I'm on the move. This app's convenience has turned my daily chores into moments of intellectual discovery β a win-win! With this app, my daily routines have become moments of intellectual growth and personal enjoyment. The statistics tracking feature is very useful. ListenBook helps me keep track of my listening time. I love the ability to change the background color. Itβs a nice touch.
Swerve
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Miss Lucky
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Moon Cricket
I love how this app allows me to enjoy books even when I'm on the move. π Grooving to the rhythm of stories while tackling household chores β a dance of productivity! πΆπ With features like auto-rewind, I never lose my place when I pause listening.
Pocket Mazda
I can't believe how easily this app has fit into my daily routine. Book groups are a thoughtful addition. It's like having virtual bookshelves! Downloading audio from network devices is a brilliant feature. It's incredibly convenient.
Helmet Destroyer
The audio filters to adjust playback speed and volume are a fantastic addition for customizing my experience. Looping playback of a single track helps me focus and absorb complex content.
Black Walnut
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Bug Fire
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Fennel Dove
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Lucky Brandy
Adjusting the tone of the narrator's voice is a unique feature. I'm loving it! Adjustable playback speed is my secret weapon for covering more material in less time. A productivity boost!
Ice
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MeeP
ListenBook's integration with CarPlay and Apple Watch adds a new level of convenience to my audiobook journey. The statistics tracking feature is very useful. ListenBook helps me keep track of my listening time. 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.
Stud muffin
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Manly Reno
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ShadowDancer
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Patton Digger
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Demo
My daily workouts are more enjoyable now, thanks to seamless integration with Apple Watch. The app is so intuitive. I didnβt even need to read the instructions.
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