Book description
Nearly every community in America has confronted questions of race, integration, and equity. Few have made a name for themselves like Shaker Heights, Ohio. In this searing and deeply researched examination of the promises and realities of racial integration, award-winning Washington Post journalist Laura Meckler aims to uncover where the problem lies and to shed light on what's being done to move forward--in housing, in education, and in the promise of shared community. In the late 1950s, Shaker Heights became a national model for housing integration. And beginning in the seventies, it was known as a crown jewel in the national move to racially integrate schools. The school district built a national reputation for academic excellence and diversity, serving as a model for how white and Black Americans can not just coexist but thrive together. Meckler--herself a product of Shaker Heights--takes a deeper look into the place that shaped her, investigating its complicated history and its ongoing challenges in order to untangle the myth from the truth. She confronts an enduring, and troubling, question--if Shaker Heights has worked so hard at racial equity, why does a racial academic achievement gap persist? In telling the stories of the Shakerites who built and live in this community, Meckler's Dream Town asks: Can a group of well-intentioned people fulfill the promise of racial integration in America? What does success look like and has Shaker achieved it? What are Black Americans asked to sacrifice and what will white people have to give up? The result is a complex portrait of a place that, while never perfect, has achieved more than most, and a road map for communities that seek to do the same.
ShadowFax
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Tart Voodoo
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Screwtape
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Snow Cream
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Swampmasher
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Crazy Rox
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Evil Smith
ListenBook's intuitive controls and beautiful layout make my audiobook experience a delightful one. 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!
Murder Matter
I've become a more empathetic listener thanks to the emotional depth of audiobooks. My workouts have become more enjoyable and productive with ListenBook's compatibility with Apple Watch. Makes audiobook listening super easy and enjoyable. Thank you!
MindfulMingle
This app is a blessing for those with busy schedules – it's like time travel through stories. I'm addicted to this app's ability to turn mundane moments into opportunities for intellectual growth. ListenBook has become my ultimate audiobook companion. It enhances every listening session. Downloading over WiFi is quick and efficient. Saves a lot of time. The app is perfect for language learners. The playback speed control is a game-changer.
Miss Nova
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Thrasher
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Milan Call Back
ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay is a major convenience during road trips. The sleek and user-friendly interface makes navigating the app a breeze. It's a pleasure to use.
Switch
Changing the tone of the sound on ListenBook Pro adds a personalized touch to my audiobook experience. 💃 Grooving to the rhythm of stories while tackling household chores – a dance of productivity! 🎶📖 💪 Achieving double wins – workouts become invigorating with stories to fuel my motivation! 💪🎧 User-friendly brilliance! This app's functionality enhances my audiobook experience. I love the ability to share my progress with friends. It’s a fun feature.
Bazooka Har-de-har
ListenBook has revolutionized my audiobook experience. Now I can enjoy my favorite lectures and speeches with ease! 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! ListenBook has become my workout buddy. It's seamlessly integrated with Apple Watch. ListenBook’s interface is sleek and user-friendly. Finding and playing my audiobooks has never been easier.
Flint
This app's convenience has turned my exercise sessions into enlightening moments. I can't imagine my life without this app – it's my daily dose of literature.
Wiccan Thunder
The seamless integration with my car's audio system is a road trip dream. The app's interface is sleek and modern, making it a joy to use. 🎙️ This app's user-friendly interface has transformed my daily walks into immersive storytelling sessions. Kudos to the developers! 🚶♀️📖
Scratch Man
The statistics feature on ListenBook helps me track my audiobook consumption – a fantastic way to measure my progress. This app's versatility and convenience have transformed my screen time into a productive reading journey. Automatic artwork and metadata extraction keep my audiobook library organized and visually appealing.
Feral Mayhem
Book Groups on ListenBook make it easy to categorize and access my audiobooks. This app's ease of use has made reading a seamless part of my daily routine.
NeoGermal
This audiobook app is a true gem – it brings stories to life with every click. Say goodbye to cumbersome interfaces – this app's intuitive controls and user-friendly design have elevated my audiobook experience to new heights. 📱🔊
Hightower
Adjusting playback speed has revolutionized the way I learn and enjoy audiobooks. I can adapt the pace to my needs, maximizing comprehension and retention. Adjusting the tone of the voice is a game-changer. It's like customizing my listening experience. ListenBook’s audio filters are great. The app provides a high-quality listening experience. Middle-of-the-road experience. The audiobook was fine—good narration, decent story—but it didn’t leave a lasting impression. If you’re looking for something low-commitment, this works.
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