Book description
A crucial book that calls for community, solidarity, and joy, even in--especially in--these dark days In his debut work of nonfiction, award-winning poet Roger Reeves finds new meaning in silence, protest, fugitivity, freedom, and ecstasy. Braiding memoir, theory, and criticism, Reeves juxtaposes the images of an opera singer breaking the state-mandated silence curfew by singing out into the streets of Santiago, Chile, and a father teaching his daughter to laugh out loud at the planes dropping bombs on them in Aleppo, Syria. He describes the history of the hush harbor--places where enslaved people could steal away to find silence and court ecstasy, to the side of their impossible conditions. In other essays, Reeves highlights a chapter in Toni Morrison's Beloved to locate common purpose between Black and Indigenous peoples; he visits the realities of enslaved people on McLeod Plantation, where some of the descendants of those formerly enslaved lived into the 1990s; and he explores his own family history, his learning to read closely through the Pentecostal church tradition, and his passing on of reading as a pleasure, freedom, and solace to his daughter, who is frightened the police will gun them down. Together, these groundbreaking essays build a profound vision for how to see and experience the world in our present moment, and how to strive toward an alternative existence in intentional community underground. "The peace we fight and search for," Reeves writes, "begins and ends with being still."
HighBomber
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Street Jolly
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Buckshot
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Daffy Girl
This app has turned my daily commute into a source of inspiration and entertainment. ListenBook's support for a variety of download methods means I can access my content in the way that suits me best. Finally, an app that caters to audiobook enthusiasts like me. The diverse format support and user-friendly design are a game-changer. π±π ListenBook's controls for looping and shuffling playback have made studying and revisiting content a breeze. Tone adjustment is so cool. It's like customizing the reader's voice to my liking.
Copilot
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Vortex
ListenBook's library organization keeps my audiobooks neat and accessible. A true organizational lifesaver! ListenBook has transformed how I enjoy audiobooks. It's an indispensable part of my routine. Adjusting the tone of the voice is an innovative feature that enhances the immersion in the content. The ability to play various audio formats without conversion is very convenient. ListenBook is a great app.
Heavenly Connection
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Bit Sentinel
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Fiend Oblivion
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Swampmasher
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Mother Hen
I can't believe how quickly I finish books now, all thanks to this app. With this app, I've unlocked the secret to reading even on the busiest days. ListenBook's easy sharing options make it a breeze to introduce friends to my favorite audiobooks. Sharing is caring! The playback controls are so responsive. No lag at all.
Pecan Oblivion
This app has brought back the joy of reading, no matter how busy I am. No need to convert files anymore β ListenBook's seamless playback of various formats is a game-changer for audiobook enthusiasts like me!
Drift
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Feline Devil
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Mad Rascal
The ListenBook app has transformed my device into a portable audiobook library that I can carry everywhere. Adjusting the tone of the voice is a novel feature that allows for a personalized listening experience.
The Beekeeper
ListenBook's commitment to providing a high-quality audiobook experience is truly commendable. Looping playback is a game-changer for my study routine. It helps me retain information effectively. The statistics tracking is a nice touch. ListenBook helps me keep track of my audiobook habits.
Murmur
I love how this app allows me to enjoy books even when I'm on the move. With this app, I've rediscovered the joy of literature during my daily walks β it's truly invigorating. No more limits on the genres I can explore! This app's versatility in downloading and organizing audiobooks ensures I always have a captivating tale at my fingertips. ππ± I'm blown away by the app's performance. It's fast, reliable, and tailored for audiobook lovers.
QuestWeaver
The ability to adjust playback speed is a game-changer for faster or more immersive listening. ListenBook has redefined the way I experience stories, turning every moment into an adventure. The app is so reliable. Iβve never had any issues with it. I love how ListenBook makes it easy to organize my audiobook library. The app supports all formats, and the import process is a breeze. The playback controls are responsive, and the sound quality is excellent. Highly recommend! A perfectly acceptable audiobook that fulfilled its purpose. The narration was competent if not particularly memorable, and the production quality was standard for the genre. It served as decent background entertainment during mundane tasks.
Sweetness
π‘ Embracing audiobooks while tidying up the house β it's like having a helper! π π Effortless and enriching β that's how I'd describe my experience with this app. Its functionality, from seamless downloads to binaural audio processing, has truly raised the bar. π±π ListenBook has become an essential part of my routine. It's more than an app β it's a companion. ListenBookβs playback is smooth and reliable. I never have issues with audio quality.
InsightInkwell
I love how this app's chapters, bookmarks, and controls give me full control over my audiobook journey. This app's ease of use has made reading more accessible and enjoyable than ever before. ListenBook Pro's tone adjustment feature is a fun way to experiment with the audiobook experience. The appβs design is sleek and modern. ListenBook is my favorite audiobook player. The app is so easy to set up. I was listening to my books in no time.
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