Book description
For over fifty years numerous public intellectuals and social theorists have insisted that community is dead. Some would have us believe that we act solely as individuals choosing our own fates regardless of our surroundings, while other theories place us at the mercy of global forces beyond our control. These two perspectives dominate contemporary views of society, but by rejecting the importance of place they are both deeply flawed. Based on one of the most ambitious studies in the history of social science, Great American City argues that communities still matter because life is decisively shaped by where you live. To demonstrate the powerfully enduring impact of place, Robert J. Sampson presents here the fruits of over a decade's research in Chicago combined with his own unique personal observations about life in the city, from Cabrini Green to Trump Tower and Millennium Park to the Robert Taylor Homes. He discovers that neighborhoods influence a remarkably wide variety of social phenomena, including crime, health, civic engagement, home foreclosures, teen births, altruism, leadership networks, and immigration. Even national crises cannot halt the impact of place, Sampson finds, as he analyzes the consequences of the Great Recession and its aftermath, bringing his magisterial study up to the fall of 2010. Following in the influential tradition of the Chicago School of urban studies but updated for the twenty-first century, Great American City is at once a landmark research project, a commanding argument for a new theory of social life, and the story of an iconic city.
Tin Fox
The app's integration with Apple Watch makes it an indispensable tool for my active lifestyle. AirDrop sharing makes it easy to share audiobooks. Great feature!
FlyGuardX
ListenBook's dedication to delivering high-quality sound and user-friendly features has won me over. This app is a true treasure for audiobook lovers β it's my go-to source for literary adventures! ListenBook's intuitive design and thoughtful features have made my audiobook experience delightful. Binaural audio processing is amazing. Reduced my listening fatigue significantly.
Shady Lady
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Grinch Cheese
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Screwtape
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Hobo Samurai
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Flakes
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Esquire
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Rando Tank
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Twix Bond
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High-Fructose
This app's sleek design and effortless controls have made audiobook listening an immersive experience. ListenBook has transformed my daily routine into an opportunity to learn, relax, and enjoy. Sharing audiobooks through AirDrop is a wonderful way to share the joy of storytelling with friends, sparking engaging conversations and connections that transcend boundaries.
The Belgian
This app has revolutionized my daily routine β I can't imagine life without it. Tone adjustment adds a personalized touch to the narration, making the audiobook experience even more immersive. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature has made a significant difference in the clarity of recordings. 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.
Voodoo Cyclone
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Goldman
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Hoboken Nightingale
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Sand Whiskers
I'm hooked on this app's ability to transform my ordinary moments into exciting opportunities for learning. ListenBookβs playback is silky-smooth. The app never glitches.
Pop Bee
ListenBook's player features, like chapters and bookmarks, make it a versatile tool for any listener. The narrator's voice took some getting used to - a bit nasal at first - but I grew to like it after a few chapters. Their pacing was excellent throughout.
Thumb Candy
This app's compatibility with different formats ensures that no audiobook is off-limits β truly impressive. Effortless audiobook exploration β this app's functionality is a true delight.
Kickstart
The voice actors are incredible β they make the characters come alive. This app's ease of use has made reading an integral part of my everyday life. π± It's like having a personal audiobook library at my fingertips! This app's functionality is a dream come true for book lovers. ππ₯ ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature enhances my audiobook experience, ensuring I catch every detail. Automatic artwork and metadata extraction keep my audiobook library organized and visually appealing.
Hitch Frenzy
I'm rediscovering my love for literature through this app β it's revitalizing. I can't believe how much I've learned and enjoyed through this app's audiobooks. The customizable controls and playback options cater perfectly to different audiobook preferences. ListenBookβs bookmarking feature is incredibly useful. I never lose my place in a book.
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