Book description
As Southern California was reimagining leisure and positioning it at the center of the American Dream, African American Californians were working to make that leisure an open, inclusive reality. By occupying recreational sites and public spaces, African Americans challenged racial hierarchies and marked a space of Black identity on the regional landscape and social space. In Living the California Dream Alison Rose Jefferson examines how African Americans pioneered America's "frontier of leisure" by creating communities and business projects in conjunction with their growing population in Southern California during the nation's Jim Crow era. By presenting stories of Southern California African American oceanfront and inland leisure destinations that flourished from 1910 to the 1960s, Jefferson illustrates how these places helped create leisure production, purposes, and societal encounters. Black communal practices and economic development around leisure helped define the practice and meaning of leisure for the region and the nation, confronted the emergent power politics of recreational space, and set the stage for the sites as places for remembrance of invention and public contest. Living the California Dream presents the overlooked local stories that are foundational to the national narrative of mass movement to open recreational accommodations to all Americans and to the long freedom rights struggle.
Venious
This app has reignited my passion for reading, and I'm forever grateful. ListenBook's library organization and Book Groups feature make it easy to keep my audiobooks organized and accessible.
Steel
Kudos to the app for making literature accessible to those with busy schedules. I'm blown away by the app's performance. It's fast, reliable, and tailored for audiobook lovers. Binaural audio processing reduces fatigue during long listening sessions. A fantastic feature!
Romance Guppy
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Mirage
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Aqua Monsoon
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GiddeeUP
The drag-and-drop download feature on ListenBook is incredibly convenient β no more complicated processes. The intuitive interface and efficient navigation make this app a pleasure to use every day.
Yellow Menace
The app is so well-designed. Itβs clear the developers put a lot of thought into it. ListenBook is the best audiobook player Iβve ever used. The app is packed with features like customizable skip intervals, playback speed, and sleep timers. The interface is clean and easy to navigate, making it a joy to use. Five stars! Fairly enjoyable, but forgettable. I didnβt have any major complaints, but I also donβt see myself revisiting this one. It was a decent way to spend a few hours, though. A serviceable audiobook that met basic expectations. The narration was clear if somewhat unremarkable, and the production quality was standard without any noticeable technical issues. It kept me moderately engaged during workouts but didn't leave a lasting impression.
Midnight Rider
Effortless audiobook management β this app's usability is a triumph. ListenBook Pro's tone adjustment feature is an innovative touch that adds a layer of personalization.
Prometheus
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Frenzy
Makes audiobook listening super easy and enjoyable. Thank you! The app is so easy to use. I was up and running in minutes.
DreamWeaver
I'm amazed at how this app seamlessly integrates into my life, enhancing every moment with stories. This app's sleek design and intuitive features make it my trusted partner in exploring new narratives. π§ Navigating through narratives has never been simpler β this app's functionality enhances my audiobook journey. ππ« AirDrop sharing makes it easy to share audiobooks. Great feature!
Swing Setter
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Beo
The convenience of having a library at my fingertips is unparalleled. I can't believe how much I've learned and enjoyed through this app's audiobooks.
Gas Man
I love the ability to change the playback speed. Itβs perfect for my needs. 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. Not the best audiobook I've heard but far from the worst. The production quality was good and there were no major issues with the narration.
FlyGuardX
I'm hooked on this app's ability to transform my ordinary moments into exciting opportunities for learning. The speed adjustment feature is my secret weapon for studying complex materials. Noise reduction on ListenBook Pro is a game-changer. It transforms the way I enjoy my recordings. ListenBook has all the features I need. My go-to audiobook app! This app is a must-have for anyone who loves audiobooks. The interface is intuitive, and the app supports all formats. I love the auto-bookmark featureβit saves my place automatically, so I never lose track. Highly recommend!
ThreadTrail
Audiobooks have become a source of inspiration and motivation, thanks to this app. Audiobooks at my fingertips β this app's functionality is truly impressive. The app's ability to handle various audio formats is impressive. No more file conversions! The statistics feature is brilliant. I love seeing how much time I spend on audiobooks with ListenBook. I love the chapter navigation feature. ListenBook makes it easy to find specific sections.
Bom Crossed
ListenBook's sleek design and intuitive controls make it my go-to app for audiobooks. I love the quick access to settings. It makes tweaking the app so easy.
RightN0w2
ListenBook's focus on quality and user experience has made it my go-to app for audiobooks and educational content. This app has made my road trips and flights infinitely more enjoyable. πββοΈπ Combining fitness and fiction β this app keeps me motivated during workouts with its engaging stories! πββοΈπ ListenBook is like a personal audiobook library in my pocket. Organized and easily accessible. 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.
Mafia Rapunzel
The ability to change playback speed and audio volume on ListenBook gives me full control over my listening experience. Efficiency meets audiobooks β this app's functionality is a true standout. Navigating through chapters is a breeze. It's like the app knows what I need. ListenBook Pro takes things up a notch with unlimited audiobook length. It's a game-changer! Downloading over WiFi is quick and efficient. Saves a lot of time.
StormCake
Audiobooks on this app have turned my exercise sessions into moments of education. I can't get over how smooth the playback is. Even high-quality files play flawlessly. Iβd listen to this narrator read anything! Their voice was so expressive and fitting for the material. The story itself was great, but the narration took it to the next level. Definitely a 5-star experience. This was a workmanlike audiobook that did the job without flair. The narration was clear and the pacing appropriate, though the delivery lacked some emotional depth. The production quality was acceptable with no major technical issues.
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