Book description
"One of the nation's most prominent civil rights leaders" (Washington Post), a New York Times bestselling author, community organizer, investigative journalist, Ivy League professor, and former head of the NAACP, Ben Jealous draws from a life lived on America's racial fault line to deliver a series of gripping and lively parables that call on each of us to reconcile, heal, and work fearlessly to make America one nation.Never Forget Our People Were Always Free illuminates for each of us how the path to healing America's broken heart starts with each of us having the courage to heal our own.The son of parents who had to leave Maryland because their cross-racial marriage was illegal, Ben Jealous' lively, courageous and empathetic storytelling calls on every American to look past deeply-cut divisions and recognize we are all in the same boat now. Along the way Jealous grapples with hidden American mysteries, including: Why do white men die from suicide more often than black men die from murder?How did racial profiling kill an American president?What happens when a Ku Klux Klansman wrestles with what Jesus actually said? How did Dave Chappelle know the DC Snipers were Black? Why shouldn't the civil rights movement give up on rednecks?When is what we have collectively forgotten about race more important than what we actually know?What do the most indecipherable things our elders say tell us about ourselves? Told as a series of parables, Never Forget Our People Were Always Free features intimate glimpses of political, and faith leaders as different as Jack Kemp, Stacey Abrams, and the late Archbishop Desmond Tutu and heroes as unlikely as a retired constable, a female pirate from Madagascar, a long lost Irishman, a death row inmate, and a man with a confederate flag over his heart.More than anything, Never Forget Our People Were Always Free offers readers hope America's oldest wounds can heal and her oldest divisions be overcome.
Dancing Madman
Being able to customize the listening duration is perfect for quick breaks. ListenBookβs support for CarPlay is great. I can listen to audiobooks in my car easily.
Foot-long Fry
Thanks to ListenBook's binaural audio processing, my extended listening sessions are fatigue-free. πΌ Workday blues? Not anymore β this app turns my office hours into reading time! π»π
Mental Prophet
An audiobook lover's dream come true. So many options, I'm in heaven! I'm amazed by the app's versatility in downloading audio. It accommodates various sources seamlessly. Supports all my playlists and bookmarks seamlessly. Very convenient.
Drop Stone
Audiobook excellence made simple β this app's functionality is a true asset. Quick access to chapters and controls makes ListenBook a breeze to use. It's an intuitive experience. Noise reduction and tone changing are awesome features. ListenBook has completely changed how I enjoy audiobooks. The app is packed with features like customizable skip intervals, playback speed, and sleep timers. The interface is clean and easy to navigate. Five stars! 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.
Thumb Candy
My child has also fallen in love with audiobooks, all thanks to the app's kid-friendly collection. Audiobooks have become my companions during daily chores, making them enjoyable. I love how this app fits seamlessly into my daily routine.
Tart Voodoo
is a breeze. It's incredibly convenient for building my collection. Adjusting the tone of the voice is a game-changer. It's like customizing my listening experience.
Milan Call Back
This app's ease of use has made my daily activities more enjoyable and educational. The ability to adjust playback speed is a fantastic study aid. I'm absorbing information faster than ever.
Juice Petite
ListenBook's absence of synchronization requirements adds to its convenience and flexibility. I'm amazed at how effortlessly this app has made reading a constant in my life. This app is like a personal audiobook concierge! The ability to download and organize audio files effortlessly is a game-changer for my reading routine. π±π The ability to play various audio formats without conversion is very convenient. ListenBook is a great app. The subtle background music at key moments enhanced the experience without being distracting. More audiobooks should use this technique when appropriate!
Red Hot Kevorkian
Gone are the days of straining my eyes to read β this app lets me 'read' with my ears, anywhere, anytime. Binaural audio processing is a game-changer β my ears stay comfortable during long listening sessions. ListenBook makes my commute enjoyable. The audio filters really enhance the listening experience. It was fine. The narrator did an adequate job but nothing about the performance particularly stood out to me. Got me through my commute though.
Iron Butterfly
No more straining my eyes to read β now I can simply immerse myself in storytelling. ListenBook's seamless integration with CarPlay makes my daily commute a delightful opportunity to indulge in audiobooks. Effortlessly immersing in stories β this app's ease of use is a game-changer. ListenBook's user-friendly interface and quick controls make it my preferred choice for audiobook enjoyment. ListenBook has breathed new life into my audiobook collection. I can't imagine using anything else.
Disco Thunder
This app has turned long waits into exciting opportunities to dive into a new story. π§ Making housework more enjoyable β audiobooks turn mundane chores into moments of discovery. π§Ήπ ListenBook's loop and shuffle playback features have become indispensable tools in my audiobook learning. I can't get enough of the binaural audio processing. It's like a breath of fresh air for my ears.
East Army
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Fire Queen
I've become so much more productive while cleaning or exercising β thanks to this app! Configurable auto-rewind is genius. No more confusion when I pause and resume. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature has significantly improved the audio quality of my recordings.
Pyscho Hun
This app is my secret weapon for learning while I'm on the move. Noise reduction and tone changing enhance the listening experience. Love it!
Killah Goose
Audiobooks have become my escape from reality β a journey into captivating worlds. πͺ Crushing workouts while devouring books β this app makes fitness fun and educational! ποΈββοΈπ Audiobooks on demand? Yes, please! With this app's robust features, I'm always just a tap away from immersing myself in captivating narratives. ππ± ListenBook is a prime example of user-centered design. It's clear that the developers understand audiobook lovers' needs.
Troublemasher
This app has transformed my screen time into valuable learning and entertainment. Apple Watch compatibility enhances my audiobook experience. It's a convenient way to control playback.
Versace-Cat
ListenBook's support for various download methods and audio formats ensures that I can always find what I'm looking for. πΆββοΈπ Walking my way through exciting narratives β this app makes exercise more fun! ποΈπ§ Download via WiFi, WebDAV, iTunes β options galore to suit everyone's preferences. Sharing audiobooks with friends is a bonding experience made easy through AirDrop and sharing options. An unobjectionable but unexceptional audiobook experience. The narrator's performance was serviceable and the audio quality was fine, but nothing about the production particularly stood out or elevated the material. It was decent background listening.
NoiseCake
The app's stability is impressive β it runs smoothly without any glitches. π This app has turned my errands into exciting quests β I can conquer the grocery store while enjoying a book! ππ This audiobook made my workouts fly by! The engaging narration kept me motivated to keep listening, which meant longer gym sessions. The narrator's energy matched the material perfectly - upbeat when needed, somber when appropriate. A great example of how narration can enhance text.
WordWanderer
This app is a book lover's dream come true β a vast library right at your fingertips. I love the download options. ListenBook gives me so many ways to get my audiobooks onto my device.
Saber-RED
I appreciate how ListenBook offers various methods for downloading audio β it caters to different preferences. π‘ Making house chores more enjoyable β audiobooks help me stay engaged while tidying up the living space. π π Elevating my reading experience to a whole new level, this app's user-friendly interface and easy navigation have me hooked. Audiobooks have never been this enjoyable! π±π The app's performance is remarkable β it's fast, stable, and designed to cater to audiobook enthusiasts. It's a pleasure to use.
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