Book description
‘Australia’s education system tended to emphasise the struggle and pluck of settlers. Dark Emu shifted the gaze, pointing to peaceful towns and well-tended land devastated by European aggression and cattle grazing. In a nation of 25 million people, the book has sold more than 260,000 copies.’ THE NEW YORK TIMESHistory has portrayed Australia’s First Peoples, the Aboriginals, as hunter-gatherers who lived on an empty, uncultivated land. History is wrong.In this seminal book, Bruce Pascoe uncovers evidence that long before the arrival of white men, Aboriginal people across the continent were building dams and wells; planting, irrigating, and harvesting seeds, and then preserving the surplus and storing it in houses, sheds, or secure vessels; and creating elaborate cemeteries and manipulating the landscape. All of these behaviours were inconsistent with the hunter-gatherer tag, which turns out to have been a convenient lie that worked to justify dispossession.Using compelling evidence from the records and diaries of early Australian explorers and colonists, he reveals that Aboriginal systems of food production and land management have been blatantly understated in modern retellings of early Aboriginal history, and that a new look at Australia’s past is required — for the benefit of us all.Dark Emu, a bestseller in Australia, won both the Book of the Year Award and the Indigenous Writer’s Prize in the New South Wales Premier’s Literary Awards.
Plum Moon
I'm no longer missing out on great stories – this app fits perfectly into my lifestyle. I've become a loyal fan of audiobooks, and this app is the reason why! Audiobooks on this app have expanded my horizons and introduced me to new ideas. Efficient audiobook enjoyment – this app's functionality is a revelation.
Venious
Book groups feature keeps series and related titles together. Neat and tidy! The app is super intuitive. I was up and running in minutes.
Black Mustard
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Captain Peroxide
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Lope Lope
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Honey
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Twisty Freesia
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Toy Peep
Adjusting the tone of the narrator's voice is a unique touch – it's like having a personalized reading. Downloading audiobooks over WiFi is super easy. Saves time. I love the chapter navigation feature. ListenBook makes it easy to find specific sections.
Barbera Shift
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Palomino
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Trick Baron
ListenBook is like a personal audiobook curator, allowing me to enjoy my favorite speeches and lectures with unmatched comfort and convenience. Discovering new worlds through audiobooks has never been easier! This app's intuitive interface and seamless functionality make every listening session a delight. 📚🎧
Curio
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Shivers
The narrator's voices are so engaging, it's like having a personal storytelling session. ListenBook's library organization features have transformed my chaotic audiobook collection into an organized masterpiece. I love how this app makes even the most mundane tasks exciting with audio stories. With this app, reading has become an integral part of my daily routine. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature has made my recordings sound clearer than ever.
Bliss
ListenBook's versatile player features are like having a personal audio assistant – it's that good! This app's compatibility with various formats ensures that I can enjoy my audiobooks hassle-free. This app's intuitive features and easy navigation make it a must-have for audiobook enthusiasts. Playback speed and volume controls are fantastic. A serviceable audiobook that met basic expectations. The narration was clear if somewhat unremarkable, and the production quality was standard without any noticeable technical issues. It kept me moderately engaged during workouts but didn't leave a lasting impression.
MuseMaster
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West Warrior
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Nice Gnome
The ability to adjust playback speed is a game-changer for faster or more immersive listening. CarPlay compatibility is a fantastic addition. It enhances my driving experience with seamless audiobook integration.
SWAT Honey
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WonderWords
Simplifying audiobook adventures – this app's ease of use is a delight. Accessing my favorite audiobooks has never been easier – this app's user-centric design and comprehensive features make it an absolute gem. 📱🎧 This audiobook exceeded all my expectations! The narrator's ability to convey emotion through voice alone was remarkable. I laughed, I gasped, I might have even teared up at points - all because of the incredible vocal performance. The story came alive in a way reading alone couldn't achieve.
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