Book description
WINNER OF THE 2022 PULITZER PRIZE IN BIOGRAPHY Booklist #1 Nonfiction Book of the Year * African American Literary Book Club (AALBC) #1 Nonfiction Bestseller * Named a Best Book of the Year by: NPR, Publishers Weekly, BookPage, Barnes & Noble, Hudson Booksellers, ARTnews, and more * Amazon Editors' Pick * Carnegie Medal of Excellence in Nonfiction Longlist "A compelling and important history that this nation desperately needs to hear." --Bryan Stevenson, New York Times bestselling author of Just Mercy and executive director of the Equal Justice Initiative Winfred Rembert grew up in a family of Georgia field laborers and joined the Civil Rights Movement as a teenager. He was arrested after fleeing a demonstration, survived a near-lynching at the hands of law enforcement, and spent seven years on chain gangs. During that time he met the undaunted Patsy, who would become his wife. Years later, at the age of fifty-one and with Patsy's encouragement, he started drawing and painting scenes from his youth using leather tooling skills he learned in prison. Chasing Me to My Grave presents Rembert's breathtaking body of work alongside his story, as told to Tufts Philosopher Erin I. Kelly. Rembert calls forth vibrant scenes of Black life on Cuthbert, Georgia's Hamilton Avenue, where he first glimpsed the possibility of a life outside the cotton field. As he pays tribute, exuberant and heartfelt, to Cuthbert's Black community and the people, including Patsy, who helped him to find the courage to revisit a traumatic past, Rembert brings to life the promise and the danger of Civil Rights protest, the brutalities of incarceration, his search for his mother's love, and the epic bond he found with Patsy. Vivid, confrontational, revelatory, and complex, Chasing Me to My Grave is a searing memoir in prose and painted leather that celebrates Black life and summons readers to confront painful and urgent realities at the heart of American history and society.
Silver Rose
I'm amazed by ListenBook's versatility in handling different formats โ it truly supports all my audio needs. This app's convenience has turned my daily chores into moments of intellectual discovery โ a win-win! This app's convenience has turned my daily chores into moments of literary escape. ๐ฑ An app that truly understands audiobook enthusiasts โ it's all about functionality, and this app nails it! ๐๐ก Navigating audiobooks with ease โ this app's design is user-centric.
Mercury Reborn
The convenience of having a library at my fingertips is unparalleled. Adjusting the tone of the voice is genius. It's like having a customizable audiobook narrator. The app is very intuitive. ListenBook makes finding and playing audiobooks simple.
Freeway
The narrator's voices are so soothing โ a perfect way to unwind after a stressful day. With ListenBook, I can enjoy my own audio content with unparalleled ease and comfort.
Fire Feline
I'm amazed at how this app has made my daily activities more enjoyable and intellectually stimulating. Seamless audiobook integration โ this app's design is remarkable. The statistics feature in ListenBook provides valuable insights into my audiobook habits, helping me learn and grow. Library organization has never been this easy. My audiobook collection is finally tidy. This was my first audiobook in this genre and I'm hooked! The performance brought the story to life in a way reading never could. Already downloaded another by the same narrator.
Jigsaw
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Bleeker
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Short Firecracker
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Snapple Whistler
Book Groups on ListenBook make it easy to categorize and access my audiobooks. The app's support for different audio formats is like a dream come true for audiophiles. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a game-changer. It enhances the clarity of recordings and makes my listening sessions more enjoyable.
Pusher
ListenBook Pro's unlimited audiobook length is a boon for those who enjoy deep dives into lengthy narratives. Kudos to the developers for optimizing this app for iOS 16. It runs like a dream on my device. ListenBookโs support for CarPlay is great. I can listen to audiobooks in my car easily.
Pluto
The controls on ListenBook are intuitive and user-friendly, making it a joy to navigate through my audiobooks. ListenBook has all the features I need in an audiobook app. My top choice!
Tabasco Dracula
ListenBook's compatibility with playlists and CUE files is a great addition for those who love organized listening. This app's compatibility with different devices ensures that I can enjoy my audiobooks anywhere, anytime. ListenBook's compatibility with various audio formats is impressive. From MP3 to FLAC, it handles them all flawlessly.
DreamDasher
Organizing my audiobook library has never been easier. The app keeps everything tidy. The app is perfect for long flights. It keeps me entertained the whole time.
Cereal Killer
Audiobook multitasking made easy โ this app's functionality is top-notch. Seamless audiobook integration โ this app's functionality is a true gem. I love the download options. ListenBook gives me so many ways to get my audiobooks onto my device.
Junkyard Dog
Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop and Sharing on ListenBook Pro is fantastic. ๐๐ This app has rekindled my love for books โ I can't stop listening! ๐๐ง The interface is clean and intuitive. I was up and running in seconds. The app is perfect for people who love to listen to books at night. The app is perfect for people who love to listen to books at night.
SubWoof330
ListenBook's dedication to delivering a top-notch experience is evident in every detail. Adjusting the tone of the voice is a unique and fun feature. I can customize the narration to my liking. CUE playlist support is a fantastic feature that allows me to curate customized listening sessions, whether for study, relaxation, or entertainment. Downloading audiobooks over WiFi is super easy. Saves time. The app is so well-designed. Itโs clear the developers put a lot of thought into it.
MysticMingle
This app has turned my gym sessions into immersive storytelling experiences โ time flies by! The range of supported formats is astounding. No more compatibility issues!
Metal Star
Listening to audiobooks has made my daily commute more enjoyable and productive. No more worries about compatibility โ ListenBook handles numerous formats flawlessly. ListenBook has redefined my audiobook experience. It's an essential tool that enhances every listening session.
Commando
This app has turned long waits into exciting opportunities to dive into a new story. Precise controls on ListenBook give me complete command over my audio playback. Packed with useful features. My favorite audiobook app! I canโt believe how easy it is to manage my audiobook library with ListenBook. Highly recommended! I love the bookmarking feature. ListenBook makes it easy to pick up where I left off.
Mental Prophet
The sound quality is outstanding โ it's like having a movie theater in my ears! ListenBook Pro's tone adjustment feature is a unique tool that adds a touch of creativity to my listening experience.
Sly Silvermoon
My child has also fallen in love with audiobooks, all thanks to the app's kid-friendly collection. With this app, I can dive into captivating narratives while cooking, cleaning, or commuting โ pure magic! This app has made me realize that I don't need a lot of time to read. ๐ฑ Unlocking the world of literature with just a tap โ this app is my digital library card! ๐๐ฑ This was an adequate audiobook for casual listening. The narrator maintained a consistent pace and clear diction throughout, though their performance lacked some emotional range. The audio quality was fine with no significant technical distractions.
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