Book description
Imagine a world in which clothing wasn't superabundant – cheap, disposable, indestructible – but perishable, threadbare and chronically scarce. Eighty years ago, when World War II ended, a textile famine loomed. What would everyone wear as uniforms were discarded and soldiers returned home, Nazi camps were liberated, and millions of uprooted people struggled to subsist? In this richly textured history, Carruthers unpicks a familiar wartime motto, 'Make Do and Mend', to reveal how central fabric was to postwar Britain. Clothes and footwear supplied a currency with which some were rewarded, while others went without. Making Do moves from Britain's demob centres to liberated Belsen – from razed German cities to refugee camps and troopships – to uncover intimate ties between Britons and others bound together in new patterns of mutual need. Filled with original research and personal stories, Making Do illuminates how lives were refashioned after the most devastating war in human history.
StarStrider
I've started reading more books than ever before, all thanks to this app. Language courses on audiobooks helped me pick up a new language effortlessly. ListenBook's intuitive controls and features have made it my preferred choice for audiobooks. 🎧 This app is my saving grace! Now I can enjoy my beloved books while cooking up a storm! 📚🍳 📱 An app that respects my time and delivers on functionality – audiobook listening has never been this effortless. 📖🔗
Night Train
The ability to adjust the playback speed has made my commute even more efficient. ListenBook is the ultimate audiobook player. 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! 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 feature—it saves my place automatically, so I never lose track. Highly recommend! 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.
Zero Corn
ListenBook's integration of artwork and metadata adds a visually appealing touch to my library. The book groups feature is a thoughtful addition. It helps me keep my series and related titles together. Downloading audiobooks over WiFi is super easy. Saves time. The narrator was good but spoke a bit too slowly for my taste. I had to speed it up to 1.2x which then made some parts sound slightly unnatural.
Romance Guppy
The compatibility with Apple Watch is a huge plus. I can control my audiobooks from my wrist! The audiobook player's silky-smooth playback is like music to my ears. Flawless performance!
Spontan8ty
Audiobook enjoyment has become an integral part of my routine, thanks to this app's seamless integration and user-friendly design. A must-have! 📖📱 ListenBook's customizable audio filters are a game-changer for tailoring my audiobook playback. The basic audio filters are a game-changer. Adjusting playback speed is a breeze. The auto-rewind feature is a small detail that enhances my listening experience. It's these thoughtful touches that matter! I've found my new favorite narrator! Their voice was perfectly suited to this material, with just the right blend of authority and approachability. The production quality was broadcast-level - no distracting breaths, clicks, or inconsistent volume. Already looking for more of their work.
Star Scratch
This app has turned audiobook listening into a daily ritual for me. ListenBook has revolutionized my audiobook experience. Now I can enjoy my favorite lectures and speeches with ease! ListenBook has become my ultimate audiobook companion. It enhances every listening session.
Greek Rifle
Audiobook excellence simplified – this app's functionality is a true delight. Effortless audiobook exploration – this app's functionality is remarkable. ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch has made audiobook listening a part of my daily routine. Auto-rewind feature is very useful. Excellent app!
Skirble
ListenBook's library organization and Book Groups feature make it easy to keep my audiobooks organized and accessible. ListenBook's library organization and book groups help me keep my content neatly sorted. 📱 It's like having a personal audiobook library at my fingertips! This app's functionality is a dream come true for book lovers. 📚🔥 Efficiency meets audiobooks – this app's functionality is a true winner. The statistics feature in ListenBook adds an element of self-awareness to my audiobook consumption.
Gas Man
ListenBook's commitment to providing a smooth and enjoyable listening experience is evident in every detail. ⭐️ Turning mundane tasks into exciting adventures – this app makes folding laundry a breeze with audiobooks! 👚🎧
Handsome
I've found hidden gems in genres I never thought I'd be interested in. Kudos to the developers for optimizing this app for iOS 16. It runs like a dream on my device.
Emerald Goddess
ListenBook's features make it the ultimate audio companion for any audiobook enthusiast. Binaural audio reduces listening fatigue. Such a great feature! The app is so easy to set up. I was listening to my books in no time.
True Sweetness
ListenBook has made listening to audiobooks, lectures, and speeches an absolute pleasure. Listening stats feature keeps me on track with my audiobook goals. Love it!
Koi Diva
The ability to download audiobooks directly is fantastic. ListenBook is very convenient. Perfect narration for this genre! The voice actor’s tone matched the atmosphere of the book, enhancing the overall experience. No complaints—just a smooth, enjoyable listen from beginning to end.
Snapdragon
I love that ListenBook Pro allows me to customize the tone of the sound – it adds a personal touch. I can't get enough of this app's intuitive design and user-friendly interface. I'm amazed by how this app effortlessly turns my daily routines into enjoyable learning sessions. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a game-changer for immersive listening in any environment.
Miss Mustard
📱 Accessing my favorite stories has never been this straightforward – this app's functionality is a bookworm's dream come true. 📚💫 The intuitive chapter navigation and quick access to controls make my audiobook experience seamless. The app is so reliable. I’ve never had any issues with it.
DZE
ListenBook's smooth playback and easy navigation ensure that my audiobook experience is always top-notch. I'm grateful for ListenBook's seamless compatibility with a variety of formats – it's a true lifesaver. ListenBook has become my go-to workout companion. It keeps me motivated and entertained. Looping playback has revolutionized my language learning journey. I'm making rapid progress.
MysticMingle
I can't believe I waited so long to start listening to audiobooks – this app has converted me! This app's compatibility with different devices ensures that I can enjoy my audiobooks anywhere, anytime.
Elder Pogue
With ListenBook Pro, I can customize the tone of the sound to match my preferences – it's a fantastic touch. I'm amazed by ListenBook's dedication to quality – it's evident in every feature. Looping playback of a single track helps me focus and absorb complex content.
Y0dler
Every moment is a chance to dive into a new adventure with this app. Its smart controls and comprehensive format support ensure that my audiobook journey is a seamless one. 🌌🎧 ListenBook has become my ultimate audiobook companion. It enhances every listening session.
Ba1t
This app has rekindled my passion for literature in a whole new way. ListenBook has all the features I need in an audiobook app. My top choice!
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