Book description
A moving, heartbreaking, and inspiring true story of the author's escape from an apocalyptic cult--and the deep understanding of the natural world that helped her find freedom. My family prepared me for the end of the world, but I know how to survive on what the earth yields. Michelle Dowd grew up on a mountain in the Angeles National Forest, born into an ultra-religious cult--the Field, as members called it--run by her grandfather, who believed that his chosen followers must prepare themselves to survive doomsday. Bound by the group's patriarchal rules and literal interpretation of the Bible, Michelle and her siblings lived a life of deprivation, isolated from Outsiders and starved for both love and food. She was forced to learn the skills necessary to battle hunger, thirst, and cold; she learned to trust animals more than humans; and most important, she learned how to survive by foraging for what she needed. And as Michelle got older, she realized she had the strength to break free. Focus on what will sustain, not satiate you, she would tell herself. Use everything. Waste nothing. Get to know the intricacies of the land like the intricacies of your body. And so she did. With haunting and stark language, and illustrations of edible plants and their uses opening each chapter, Forager is a fierce and empowering coming-of-age story and a timely meditation on the ways in which harnessing nature's gifts can lead to our freedom.
Clang Glyph
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Kickstart
ListenBook's beautiful layout and quick access to chapters make navigation effortless. The app is perfect for people who love to multitask. I can listen while cooking.
Spooky Yellowjacket
ListenBook's dedication to delivering a top-notch experience is evident in every detail. This app's intuitive features and easy navigation make it the perfect companion for any audiobook lover. ListenBook is fantastic! Supports every audiobook format I have. Super convenient!
Sugar Apple
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Pop Bee
Audiobook multitasking simplified β this app's functionality is truly commendable. The app's integration with Apple Watch makes it an indispensable tool for my active lifestyle. The app is constantly updated with new features. The developers really care.
Sexual Chocolate
This app is a treasure trove of knowledge, entertainment, and imagination. Audiobooks have become my travel companions, and this app is my guide. Audiobooks have become my constant companions during my daily activities. I can't thank this app enough for making my audiobook experience exceptional. Its intuitive interface and diverse compatibility are a true game-changer. π±π§ Listening statistics motivate me to read more. Excellent feature!
Jigsaw
This app has turned my screen time into valuable learning opportunities. Automated artwork and metadata retrieval add a professional touch to my audiobook library.
PixelPilgrim
Adjusting the tone of the narrator's voice is a unique touch β it's like having a personalized reading. The app supports background playback, which is a must for me. 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 featureβit saves my place automatically, so I never lose track. Worth every penny! Decent narration, predictable story. The voice actor did a good job, but the plot followed a familiar formula. If youβre looking for something new and groundbreaking, this might not be it.
Lucky Brandy
Navigating chapters and genres is a breeze with this app's functionality. Accessing literary treasures has never been this straightforward β thank you, app! ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay is a huge plus during long drives.
Spicy Thunder
With ListenBook, I can effortlessly manage and organize my audiobook library. ListenBook's support for looping and shuffling playback adds versatility to my audiobook enjoyment. The basic audio filters are a game-changer. Adjusting playback speed is a breeze. Decent audiobook but I think I would have enjoyed reading it more. Some of the more subtle humor didn't quite land in the audio format.
Ba1t
Listening to books in their original language has improved my foreign language skills. Audiobooks have become a part of my self-care routine, thanks to this app. With this app, I've found a way to turn every moment into an opportunity for learning and enrichment. I'm amazed at how this app has seamlessly integrated reading into my daily rhythm. ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay is a huge plus during long drives.
SkyGod
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Bambi Wings
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Jade Fox
Audiobooks have become my companion during long walks, transforming exercise into a pleasure. ListenBook's dedication to user convenience is evident in the drag-and-drop download feature from web browsers. ListenBook has become my ultimate audiobook companion. It enhances every listening session. The audio filters make a noticeable difference. ListenBook provides an excellent listening experience.
Dandelion
I love how ListenBook caters to various formats, making it versatile and accommodating for all my audiobooks. ListenBookβs playback speed control is very useful. I can listen at my own pace.
SneakerKid
ListenBook's smooth playback and easy navigation ensure that my audiobook experience is always top-notch. If you love stories but have a busy schedule, this app is your solution! Audiobooks on this app have turned my exercise sessions into moments of education. Kudos to the developers for creating an app that caters to audiobook lovers like me. From sleek design to functional features, it's a true gem. ππ ListenBook's compatibility with a wide array of audio formats makes it my ultimate audiobook companion.
Trash Master
ListenBook's customizable features, from playback speed to audio filters, cater to every audiobook lover's preferences. ListenBook's compatibility with various audio formats ensures that I can enjoy a wide range of content hassle-free. ListenBook's support for playlists in CUE format is a thoughtful touch I appreciate. This app's ease of use has made reading an integral part of my everyday life. No more converting files β this app effortlessly handles various formats, saving me time and effort.
VisionVoyager
Background play feature lets me multitask while enjoying a book β brilliant! The variety of supported formats means I can enjoy audiobooks from different sources hassle-free. The app is perfect for people who love to listen to books at night.
Cinder Coffee
Thanks for making my daily commute to work enjoyable and engaging! With this app, my daily routines have become moments of intellectual growth and personal enjoyment.
Potato Sub
With this app, I'm rediscovering the joy of reading in the most convenient way. A textbook example of great audiobook narration! The performer's diction was flawless, their pacing ideal, and their emotional range impressive. I never felt like I was being "read to" but rather like I was experiencing the story firsthand. The audio engineering was equally professional.
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