Book description
Bette Midler today is a beloved legacy star, best known for her comic witch in Disney's Hocus Pocus (1993) and its 2022 sequel. She has also gained prominence for sentimental, anthemic ballads like "Wind Beneath My Wings," her initiation of green space projects in New York City, and tussling with Donald Trump on Twitter. Her profile is that of an articulate, civic-minded matriarch enjoying thoroughly mainstream stardom. But more than fifty years earlier she emerged from the steam of the subterranean Continental Baths as the Divine Miss M, the bawdy, campy, fearless alter ego she created in front of an audience of towel-clad gay men who came to the baths seeking not just sex, but a sense of community and safety from an often-harrowing outside world. "I was able to take chances on that stage that I could not have taken anywhere else," she later wrote. "Ironically, I was freed from fear by people who, at the time, were ruled by fear. And for that I will always be grateful." Overnight, Bette Midler became a much-loved icon of the gay community. The Divine Miss M coalesced gay, Jewish, feminist, and show business sensibilities into an outrageously funny and emotionally compelling persona that travelled with surprising ease from the cultural margins to the entertainment mainstream. Her embrace by mom-and-pop audiences, rock fans and critics, and the guardians of middle-of-the-road show business demonstrates just how deeply the tastes and sensibilities of her original audience have been absorbed into popular culture. On Bette Midler: An Opinionated Guide traces the early development of Midler's performing ethos from New York's downtown experimental theater scene and examines her impact across media, with chapters on the soaring highs (and occasional cringe-worthy lows) of her stage work, movies, recordings, and television appearances, and considers her influence as an environmental activist and social media presence. On Bette Midler features performance analysis and deeply researched background information, all of it supporting informed--and divinely opinionated--consideration of Midler the artist. It judges her work by the highest standards: those she established for herself.
Cabbie
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Gov Skull
Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop and Sharing on ListenBook Pro is a fantastic way to spread the joy of audiobooks. I can't believe how much I've learned and enjoyed through this app's audiobooks. I'm amazed at how effortlessly I can immerse myself in stories with this app. Adjusting the tone of the voice is genius. It's like having a customizable audiobook narrator.
Kimono Goddess
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Gabriel Dandelion
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Silent
This app has turned audiobook listening into a daily ritual for me. With ListenBook, my iPhone and iPad have become a gateway to a world of captivating stories. Bookmarks are a lifesaver for audiobook lovers. They help me keep track of important moments. The interface is beautiful and functional. ListenBook is my go-to app for audiobooks.
Lounge Master
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Rusty Vortex
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NemesisX
π Who needs a dull commute when you can embark on literary journeys with this app? ππ ListenBook's customizable audio filters are a game-changer for tailoring my audiobook playback. Noise reduction on ListenBook Pro is a revelation. It elevates the audio quality to a new level. Library organization is simplified with ListenBook. It's easy to keep my audiobooks neat and tidy.
Skylark
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Texas Butterfly
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Alberta
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Noh Noh
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Saber-RED
I can't believe how much I've 'read' since I started using this app. I'm hooked on this app's ability to turn even the most mundane tasks into exciting opportunities for learning. I'm amazed at how this app has turned my errands into exciting reading sessions. The versatility of this app is mind-boggling. It's like a one-stop solution for audiobooks.
Stud muffin
ListenBook's variety of ways to download audio makes it incredibly convenient. I love that ListenBook offers both basic and advanced features, catering to all types of users. ListenBook's drag-and-drop download feature from web browsers is incredibly convenient. Downloading audiobooks has never been this easy. I love how ListenBook makes it easy to organize my audiobook library. The app supports all formats, and the import process is a breeze. The playback controls are responsive, and the sound quality is excellent. Highly recommend!
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ZenaCake
I love that I can switch between fiction and non-fiction effortlessly. ListenBook has rekindled my love for learning, one audio experience at a time. The app's compatibility with CarPlay is a dream for road trips. It keeps me entertained.
Coldy
No more worries about compatibility β ListenBook handles numerous formats flawlessly. β° Maximizing my time with efficient features β this app's functionality lets me dive into stories even in the busiest moments. πβ³ I love the ability to change the playback pitch. Itβs a unique feature.
Black Hole Necromancer
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ThickSKN
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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