Book description
A personal and cultural look at the dark underbelly of Western beauty standards and the lethal culture of disordered eating they've wrought. "Electric with insight, and suffused with a strange, stubborn tenderness-a deep regard for what intimacy, hope, and resistance might look like in a world where women are taught to devote their lives to destroying themselves."-Leslie Jamison, author of The Recovering In Dead Weight, Emmeline Clein tells the story of her own disordered eating alongside and through other women from history, pop culture and the girls she's known and loved. Tracing the medical and cultural history of Anorexia, Bulimia, Binge Eating Disorder, and Orthorexia, Clein investigates the economic conditions underpinning our eating disorder epidemic, and illuminates the ways racism and today's feminism have been complicit in propping up the thin ideal. While examining GOOP, Simone Weil, pro-anorexia blogs, and the flawed logic of our current methods of treatment, Clein also grapples with the myriad ways disordered eating has affected her own friendships and romantic relationships. Dead Weight makes the case that we are faced with a culture of suppression and denial that is insidious, pervasive, and dangerous, one that internalizes and promotes the fetish of self-shrinking as a core tenet of the American cult of femininity. This is replicated in our algorithms, our television shows, our novels, and our relationships with each other. A sharp, perceptive, and revelatory polemic for readers fascinated by the external forces shaping our lives, Dead Weight is electrifying, unapologetically bold, and fiercely compassionate.
Mother Night
Audiobooks on the go – this app's design prioritizes convenience. With ListenBook, downloading audiobooks has become hassle-free, thanks to the various download options. The interface is beautiful and functional. ListenBook is my go-to app for audiobooks. This served its purpose as background listening while I worked. I probably missed some details but the narrator's voice was pleasant enough.
Flint Cast-Iron
🎉 Making each day a new chapter – this app keeps me hooked from morning to night! 📖🌄 Gone are the days of struggling with formats. Thanks to this app, my audiobook journey is a breeze, and every tale is a tap away. Highly recommended! 📚🎧 Effortlessly accessing my favorite audiobooks has become a reality, all thanks to this app's user-centric design and comprehensive format support. A must-download! 📱🎧 Beautiful layout and easy access to chapters. Really impressed with ListenBook.
Stickers
ListenBook Pro's tone adjustment feature is a fun way to experiment with the audiobook experience. Excellent support for various audio formats. Very satisfied.
Darling Peacock
ListenBook's interface is not just aesthetically pleasing; it's also highly functional. Navigating through chapters and controls is a breeze. I'm blown away by the attention to detail in every aspect of this app. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a fun way to inspire others to read. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature has significantly improved the audio quality of my recordings. AirDrop sharing makes it easy to share audiobooks with friends.
Cross Thread
I'm amazed by how this app effortlessly turns my daily routines into enjoyable learning sessions. 📱 My pocket-sized library – this app makes reading accessible anytime, anywhere! 📚📱 Noise reduction on ListenBook Pro is impressive. It's like getting a clear, immersive listening experience. This audiobook performed its function without excelling. The narrator's delivery was straightforward and easy to follow, though lacking in dramatic flair. The recording quality was decent with only occasional minor inconsistencies in volume. An acceptable but forgettable listening experience.
Lightweight
I'm amazed at this app's ability to transport me to different worlds through stories. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a fun way to introduce them to captivating stories. Looping playback is a study tool that I can't live without. It helps me master challenging content.
Electric Player
The minimalist interface and intuitive settings make for an amazing user experience. 🌟 Adding excitement to everyday tasks – this app is my partner in productivity! 📚🚀 Audiobooks have never been this accessible and enjoyable. This app's compatibility with various formats and its emphasis on user experience have made it an essential tool for me. 📱🔊
LunaStar
This app is a must-have for audiobook enthusiasts. The ability to adjust skip intervals and playback speed is fantastic. I also love the auto-bookmark feature—it saves my place automatically, so I never lose track. Worth every penny! I’d listen to this narrator read anything! Their voice was so expressive and fitting for the material. The story itself was great, but the narration took it to the next level. Definitely a 5-star experience.
Duchess
Listening to audiobooks has turned mundane tasks into enjoyable experiences. I'm on a literary adventure wherever I go, all thanks to this app. Its extensive format support and effortless navigation make audiobook listening a breeze. 🌟📚
Cool Iris
ListenBook has become my go-to app for all things audio – from lectures to speeches, it's got it all. With this app, I've discovered the joy of learning while I'm on the move – it's like having a tutor by my side. ListenBook is the best audiobook player I’ve ever used. The app is reliable, fast, and packed with features like customizable themes and playback speed. The sleep timer is a lifesaver for bedtime listening. Great job, developers!
Uncle Psycho
ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch has made audiobook listening a part of my daily routine. The tone adjustment feature is an exciting touch, allowing me to immerse myself even more in the content. Adjusting the tone of the voice is an innovative feature that enhances the immersion in the content.
Drugstore Cowboy
Audiobooks have turned road trips into unforgettable journeys of imagination. With ListenBook, I can now enjoy my favorite audiobooks and speeches with the utmost comfort and convenience. I'm impressed by the app's performance – it's stable, fast, and tailored for audiobook enthusiasts.
Mum Mary
Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop and Sharing on ListenBook Pro is a brilliant way to connect. With ListenBook, my daily commutes have become a cherished time for learning and enjoyment. Effortlessly enjoying audiobook journeys – this app's ease of use is a delight.
ManBreaker
ListenBook's basic audio filters enhance my listening experience and make it uniquely mine. Adjusting the tone of the voice is genius. It's like having a customizable audiobook narrator.
Waylay Dave
Thank you for making literature more accessible, enjoyable, and immersive. This app is a game-changer! Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop and Sharing on ListenBook Pro is a fantastic way to spread the joy. Audiobooks on this app have made my morning rituals something to look forward to. The app's compatibility with CarPlay enhances my driving experience. Audiobooks on the road have never been better. With its powerful audio downloading features, I can have my favorite audiobooks ready to go, anytime and anywhere.
Bad Beh8vior
Navigating audiobooks seamlessly – this app's design is top-notch. Noise reduction and tone changing are awesome features.
Dandelion
I'd love to see more classic titles, but the current selection is already fantastic. ListenBook has made listening to audiobooks, lectures, and speeches an absolute pleasure. ListenBook's auto-rewind feature is a thoughtful addition that ensures I never miss a single word. The ability to download audio from various sources without syncing is fantastic. ListenBook makes it so easy. I've found my new favorite narrator! Their voice was perfectly suited to this material, with just the right blend of authority and approachability. The production quality was broadcast-level - no distracting breaths, clicks, or inconsistent volume. Already looking for more of their work.
Nice Gnome
With a vast genre selection, I've broadened my horizons and explored new topics. 👀📚 Embarking on literary journeys even with my eyes closed – bedtime stories have taken a new form with this app! 😴🎧 ListenBook’s support for CarPlay and Apple Watch is fantastic. I can listen anywhere. The ability to play various audio formats without conversion is very convenient. ListenBook is a great app. Not bad, but not amazing either. The narrator’s voice was pleasant, though some parts felt a bit rushed. The story had its moments, but I wouldn’t necessarily recommend it over similar titles in the genre.
Lounge Master
I've started a book club with my friends, and this app has been our go-to source for titles. I'm amazed at how this app has seamlessly integrated reading into my daily rhythm. I'm on a literary adventure wherever I go, all thanks to this app. Its extensive format support and effortless navigation make audiobook listening a breeze. 🌟📚 With support for various formats, I can finally listen to my diverse audiobook collection.
HighBomber
I've been recommending this app to all my friends – it's a true game-changer. ListenBook's detailed statistics feature helps me keep track of my listening habits. It's amazing to see how much I've learned from all those audiobooks! AirDrop and sharing make it easy to spread the audiobook love with friends. The intuitive chapter navigation and quick access to controls make my audiobook experience seamless.
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