Book description
A collection of compassionate reporting from America's death row, named a 2023 Pulitzer Prize finalist for feature writing. An Atlantic Edition, featuring long-form journalism by Atlantic writers, drawn from contemporary articles or classic storytelling from the magazine's 165-year archive.Elizabeth Bruenig's sensitive reporting pulls back the curtain on an increasingly routine crisis in America's death chambers: state executioner's inability to kill the condemned humanely. She takes readers to the torturous final moments of death row inmates, while considering the often heinous crimes that earned them their sentences, and the complex legal system and prison bureaucracy that uphold them. Thoughtful and profound, Bruenig negotiates the culture of violence in America and examines what's at stake when we refuse to see the humanity in those who have done the inhumane.
Pinup Diva
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Toy Peep
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Manly Reno
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Necromancer
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Marbles
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Murmur
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Gbbledgoodk
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Morbid Angel
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CloudFrenzy
I'm exploring new genres and authors I wouldn't have considered otherwise. Book groups are a thoughtful addition. They help me keep related titles together for a seamless experience. Sharing audiobooks via AirDrop is incredibly convenient. Great feature! I love how customizable the playback speed is. It makes listening so much more enjoyable. I love the ability to share my progress with friends. Itβs a fun feature.
Firefly Caramel
Looping playback has taken my language learning to new heights. Highly recommended! Binaural audio processing is a game-changer β my ears stay comfortable during long listening sessions.
Seal Snake
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Steel Heart
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Lewd Dice
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Patton Digger
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HOV
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Foot-long Fry
I can now explore books beyond my preferred genre, broadening my reading horizons. The range of audio formats supported is incredible. No need to worry about file conversion.
White Dragon
ListenBook has transformed my daily rituals into cherished opportunities for personal growth. This app's user-friendly layout and quick access to controls have made audiobook listening a breeze. The app is perfect for people who love to multitask. I can listen while cooking.
Good William
With ListenBook, I can effortlessly manage and organize my audiobook library. ListenBook's audio filters have given me the power to tailor my listening experience to my preferences. Adjusting the tone of the voice is genius. It's like having a customizable audiobook narrator.
Feral Filly
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Accidental Genius
The range of self-help and personal development audiobooks is truly enriching. With ListenBook, I've found a way to make the most of my free time while indulging in my love for audiobooks. With ListenBook, I've found a reliable and enjoyable way to listen to audiobooks and expand my knowledge. Audiobooks on the go β this app's design prioritizes convenience. Automated artwork and metadata retrieval make my library look organized and professional.
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