Book description
A dazzling tour through 2,000 years of audacious utopian thinking and experiments, exploring better ways to arrange our daily lives, plus a globetrotting jaunt to the communities already putting these seemingly fanciful visions into practice today. In the 6th century BCE, the Greek philosopher Pythagoras--a man remembered today more for his theorem about right-angled triangles than for his progressive politics--founded a commune in a seaside village in what's now southern Italy. The men and women there shared their property, lived as equals, and dedicated themselves to the study of mathematics and the mysteries of the universe. Ever since, humans have been dreaming up better ways to organize how we live together, share our property, raise our children, and determine who's part of our families. Some of these experiments burned brightly for only a brief while--but others carry on today. In Everyday Utopia, fascinatingly feminist thinker Kristen R. Ghodsee whisks you away on a tour through history and around the world to explore those places that have boldly dared to reimagine how we might live our daily lives: from the Danish cohousing communities that share chores and deepen neighborly bonds to matriarchal Colombian ecovillages where residents grow all their own food; and from Connecticut, where new laws make it easier for extra "alloparents" to help raise children not their own, to China, where planned microdistricts ensure everything a busy household might need is nearby. One of those startlingly rare books that upends what you think is possible, Everyday Utopia offers a radically hopeful vision for how to build more contented and connected societies, alongside a practical guide to what we all can do in the meantime to live the good life each and every day.
Knight Light
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ThreadTrail
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Girl Brownie
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Washer
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Kitchen
π This app is a game-changer β its intuitive design and seamless functionality make listening to audiobooks a joy. ππ§ I love the statistics feature. Itβs fun to see how much Iβve listened.
Mr. 44
I'm grateful for this app's ability to fit seamlessly into my lifestyle, making learning a part of my day. π§ Audiobooks anywhere, anytime β this app's convenience is unbeatable! ππ π Rekindling my love for reading β this app has reintroduced me to the joy of books in a whole new way. ππ₯ Discovering new literary worlds has never been this easy. This app's compatibility with various formats ensures that my audiobook library is at my fingertips. ππ With support for various audio formats, ListenBook ensures I can enjoy my favorite audiobooks without worries.
Red Woman
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Apex
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Unleashed
π§ββοΈβ Savoring moments of tranquility with a cup of tea and captivating tales! π΅π The equalizer is a great addition. It really enhances the audio quality.
Frosty Sunshine
ListenBook is a game-changer! Finally, an app that lets me enjoy my favorite audio files with ease. Tone adjustment adds a personalized touch to the narration, making the audiobook experience even more immersive. One of the best audiobooks Iβve heard! The story was compelling, and the narratorβs delivery added depth to every scene. I found myself looking for excuses to listen just a little longer. Will definitely revisit this one!
Steel
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Tweety Bun Bun
ListenBook's commitment to enhancing the audiobook experience is evident in its thoughtful features and design. ListenBook's support for CarPlay and Apple Watch is a game-changer for my on-the-go listening. ListenBook is my daily companion, turning mundane tasks into exciting audio adventures. This app's compatibility with different formats has made my audiobook collection diverse and enjoyable. ListenBook's loop and shuffle playback options have made audiobook revisiting and studying a breeze.
Canine Hannibal
As an audiobook enthusiast, I'm in awe of ListenBook's advanced features. The ability to adjust the reader's voice tone is a unique and fun addition. The narrator's voice was like butter - smooth, rich, and utterly pleasant to listen to for hours. They handled complex sentences with ease, making even dense material accessible. I never had to rewind because I missed something due to unclear delivery. Perfection!
Orange Teflon
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Winded On Friday
This app is my travel companion β making long journeys enjoyable and insightful. ListenBook's support for a variety of download methods means I can access my content in the way that suits me best. ListenBook Pro takes my experience to the next level. Unlimited audiobook length, noise reduction, and voice tone adjustment? Count me in!
Fire Feline
The ability to download audio from network devices directly within ListenBook is incredibly convenient. Changing the tone of the sound on ListenBook Pro is a fun and unique feature I can't get enough of. Finally, an app that handles all my audiobook formats effortlessly. ListenBook is a must-have!
QuestQuill
This app's sleek design and effortless navigation have made my audiobook journey a true delight. Savoring audiobooks without complications β this app's design is commendable.
RZRWRE
The app is perfect for people who love to multitask. I can listen while cooking. The app is perfect for people who love to listen to books while commuting. What a delightful listening experience! The narrator's timing was impeccable, knowing exactly when to pause for effect or let the words flow. Their character voices were distinct yet natural - no over-the-top accents or distracting vocal tics. The audio quality was consistently excellent.
Vixen
ListenBook has turned my everyday moments into extraordinary journeys of imagination. I can't imagine my daily activities without this app β it's my go-to for staying informed and entertained. π§ββοΈβ Sipping tea and getting lost in stories β the ultimate way to unwind! π΅π I've never experienced such a smooth audiobook player. The playback is seamless. ListenBookβs support for Apple Watch is a great touch. I can control my audiobooks on the go.
Zero Corn
Audiobook immersion without fuss β this app's ease of use is commendable. Quick access to chapters and controls ensures a seamless listening experience with ListenBook. It's effortless to use. Auto-rewind feature is very useful. Excellent app! The statistics tracking feature is very useful. ListenBook helps me keep track of my listening 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