Book description
"A fascinating, investigative dive . . . both alarming and enlightening." -- Jane Mayer, author of Dark Money The definitive account of how a group of American Catholic bishops are using "dark money" and allying with ultra-right evangelicals in an attempt to remake America . . . Seasoned Catholic journalist and former war correspondent Mary Jo McConahay tells the story of how the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops have become one of the most formidable and reactionary forces in America -- by campaigning to alter democratic institutions under the guise of religious liberty, and allying with major right-wing contributors such as the Kochs. In fact, many of the bishops--two-hundred and twenty-nine men, almost all white and beyond middle age--are such staunch opponents of Pope Francis that some US Catholics fear a schism with Rome. The influence of these bishops can be traced in recent news stories--such was when they maneuvered to deny the Eucharist to pro-choice politicians like President Biden. With their lay partners, the bishops also help shepherd cases into the Supreme Court that change the law of the land, as with Roe v. Wade. But as McConahay details, that's just the tip of the iceberg. In an investigation reminiscent of Jane Mayer's Dark Money, she uncovers an ominous and long-term political strategy of attacking secular, liberal democracy by waging war on democratic norms and institutions.
Gamer Bean
The sleek design and easy navigation are visually pleasing and user-friendly. The ability to switch between different books effortlessly is a major plus.
VenusLion
ListenBook's beautiful layout and quick access to chapters make every listening session a pleasure. ListenBook has become an essential part of my daily routine. It's like my personal audiobook oasis.
Breadmaker
ListenBook's interface is sleek and user-friendly, making navigation a breeze. ListenBook's chapters, controls, and filters have transformed my listening sessions into immersive journeys. Navigating audiobooks with ease – this app's design is user-centric. ListenBook's noise reduction feature in the Pro version is a testament to the app's commitment to audio quality.
Trash Sling
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Elektrik
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Blue Despair
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Alias Stick
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Mirage
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Geneva Cuffs
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Nice Gnome
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NightDream
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SmartieQuest
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Highlander Monk
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Miss Mustard
Adjusting the tone of the narrator's voice adds a layer of personalization that I never knew I needed. The app is very user-friendly. ListenBook makes listening to audiobooks a breeze. I love the ability to change the background color. It’s a nice touch. The app is so easy to use. I was up and running in minutes.
Frosty Snazz
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Lightweight
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Voodoo Queen
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Miss Mustard
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RiddleRanger
The ability to listen to books while multitasking is a game-changer for me. I can't imagine my day without a dose of literature from this app. The user-friendly interface and precise controls make listening to audiobooks an absolute delight. The interface is sleek and intuitive, making my audiobook experience a joy. The audio filters make a noticeable difference. ListenBook provides an excellent listening experience.
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