Book description
The myths about Franklin Delano Roosevelt live on.For the Left, FDR was a champion of the working class and the oppressed, suffering abuse as a “traitor to his class.” He gave up the lifestyle of the Hudson River gentry to lead his country out of the Depression and to victory against fascism. For many on the Right, FDR was out of his depth on economics but provided Americans with the optimism and confidence necessary to prevail during the Depression and gain victory in World War II.Debunking FDR: The Man and The Myths exposes the suppressed and distorted facts about FDR’s life and the legends about him (many invented by FDR himself!) promoted by generations of historians. Born into immense wealth and insulated from the struggles of everyday Americans, FDR’s young life was one of vast privilege and mediocre talents. Mary Grabar chronicles FDR’s path to the presidency: his second-rate studies at Harvard, his indifference to law school and the legal profession, and his steady, insouciant rise through the government ranks. You will not think of FDR the same way again.
Zero Charisma
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Vagabond Warrior
Changing the tone of the sound on ListenBook is a fun feature that adds a unique touch to my audiobook experience. ListenBook's dedication to delivering a high-quality playback experience sets it apart from other apps. Audiobook multitasking simplified – this app's ease of use is a true asset.
Skool
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Liquid Death
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Moon Orchid
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Miss Fix It
This app has turned long waits into exciting opportunities to dive into a new story. With this app, my daily commute has transformed into an engaging journey through captivating stories.
Flash Protein
I'm blown away by the range of non-fiction audiobooks available – so much to learn! ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay is a major convenience during road trips. Sharing audiobooks with friends is a thoughtful gesture that ListenBook makes seamless.
Forger
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Heaven Sent
As a language learner, this app has been invaluable in improving my listening skills. I can't imagine a day without this app – it has made my audiobook journey effortless and rewarding. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a blessing for clear and distraction-free listening.
Fast Draw
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Twin Blaze
ListenBook has seamlessly integrated into my daily routine, enhancing my workouts, commutes, and moments of relaxation. It's a true companion. Automated artwork and metadata retrieval make my audiobook library look organized and polished. This audiobook was neither good nor bad - simply average. The narrator's delivery was professional but uninspired, and the recording quality was clean though not exceptional. It provided satisfactory entertainment without standing out from similar titles.
Skull Crusher
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Avenge Paws
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Gas Man
This app's convenience has made reading a consistent part of my life. Noise reduction and tone changing are awesome features. ListenBook’s support for CarPlay is great. I can listen to audiobooks in my car easily.
Barbwire
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MindfulMingle
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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