Book description
NOW A NEW YORK TIMES AND A USA TODAY BESTSELLERWINNER, 2024 GODDARD RIVERSIDE STEPHAN RUSSO BOOK PRIZE FOR SOCIAL JUSTICEFINALIST, LOS ANGELES TIMES BOOK PRIZE "I am an eighties baby who grew to hate school. I never fully understood why. Until now. Until Bettina Love unapologetically and painstakingly chronicled the last forty years of education 'reform' in this landmark book. I hated school because it warred on me. I hated school because I loved to dream." -Ibram X. Kendi, New York Times bestselling author of How to be an AntiracistIn the tradition of Michelle Alexander, an unflinching reckoning with the impact of 40 years of racist public school policy on generations of Black livesIn Punished for Dreaming, Dr. Bettina Love argues that Reagan's presidency ushered in a War on Black Children. New policies punished schools with policing, closure, and loss of funding in the name of reform, as white-savior egalitarian efforts increasingly allowed private interests to infiltrate the system. These changes implicated children of color, and Black children in particular, as low performing, making it all too easy to turn a blind eye to their disproportionate conviction and incarceration. This book examines how decades of racist education policies have paved the way for the current structural overhaul of American schools. In this prequel to Michelle Alexander's The New Jim Crow, Dr. Love serves up a blistering account of four decades of educational reform through the lens of the people who lived it. Then with input from leading U.S. economists, Dr. Love offers a road map for repair, arguing for reparations with transformation for all children at its core.
Marine Dre
ListenBook's user-friendly controls and innovative features have made it an indispensable tool for my audiobook enjoyment. The app is perfect for people who love to listen to books while exercising.
FearLeSS
The convenience of downloading audiobooks for offline listening is a game-changer. I can't believe how easily this app has fit into my daily routine. Tone adjustment adds a personalized touch to the narration, making the audiobook experience even more immersive. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature has significantly enhanced my audio quality. The app is very easy to use. ListenBook makes managing my audiobook library simple.
K-9
I can't get enough of this app – it's like having a personal library with me. The audio filters in ListenBook allow me to customize my listening experience. Speed up or slow down playback—it's all up to me! Download options are versatile, making it easy to get audiobooks from various sources.
Indestructible Potato
I'm addicted to this app's seamless integration with my daily activities. With support for various formats, I can finally listen to my diverse audiobook collection.
LifeRobber
ListenBook has turned my everyday moments into extraordinary journeys of imagination. ListenBook has seamlessly integrated into my daily routine, enhancing my workouts, commutes, and moments of relaxation. It's a true companion. Automated artwork and metadata extraction add a professional touch to my audiobook collection. Supports all audio formats I use without issues. Very happy. The app supports a wide range of formats. ListenBook is very versatile.
Crazy Rox
The Looping playback and Shuffle features on ListenBook help me customize my listening sessions to my liking. ListenBook's dedication to providing a top-quality audio player is evident in every aspect of the app. Library organization has never been easier thanks to ListenBook. My collection is well-managed.
Doz Killer
Audiobook enthusiasts, celebrate! This app's thoughtful features, like auto-rewind and easy chapter navigation, cater perfectly to our reading cravings. 🎉📚 The audio quality is excellent, and the interface is intuitive. ListenBook is my go-to app for audiobooks. I’ve been using ListenBook for months, and it’s been a fantastic experience. The app is lightweight, doesn’t drain my battery, and works perfectly in the background. The equalizer and voice boost features are amazing. Highly recommend!
Trash Master
I can't imagine my audiobook routine without ListenBook's seamless audio player. 🎉📚 Rekindling my passion for books – this app has sparked a reading revolution in my daily life! 🔥📖 🎉 The ease and functionality of this app make it my go-to choice for immersive audiobook experiences. 📱🎧 Navigating chapters and genres is a breeze with this app's functionality. An acceptable audiobook that met basic expectations. No complaints about quality but nothing remarkable either. Would listen to this narrator again but wouldn't seek them out.
Noh Noh
No more converting files – this app effortlessly handles various formats, saving me time and effort. Organizing my audiobook library has never been easier. The app keeps everything tidy.
Dance Cannon
💡 This app truly understands the needs of audiobook enthusiasts – it delivers an effortless and enjoyable listening experience. 📚🎧 AirDrop sharing makes it easy to share audiobooks. Great feature!
Light Lion
The absence of synchronization requirements on ListenBook is a breath of fresh air. This app has revolutionized my daily routine – I can't imagine life without it. ListenBook has transformed my daily activities into opportunities for personal growth. ListenBook's sharing options make it easy to spread the joy of captivating stories with friends. Auto-rewind is a brilliant feature. Never lose track of where I left off.
Captain Peroxide
🚗📖 On-the-go listening has never been smoother – this app's functionality keeps me engaged during long commutes. 🚗📚 Looping playback has taken my language learning to new heights. Highly recommended! The app's integration with CarPlay enhances my road trips with immersive audiobook journeys.
Intimidating Presence
Every moment is a chance to explore new stories with this app. Its intuitive features and compatibility ensure my audiobook journey is seamless. 🌌🎧 ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch adds convenience to my audiobook routine. Apple Watch compatibility adds a new level of convenience to my audiobook enjoyment. It's seamless control at my wrist. Automated extraction of artwork and metadata adds a professional touch to my library.
AxelRoad
I appreciate the option to listen to samples before committing to a book. ListenBook's support for CarPlay and Apple Watch has made my listening experience even more seamless. As someone who listens to audiobooks daily, I can confidently say ListenBook is the best player out there. The sleep timer and auto-rewind features are lifesavers, and the sound quality is exceptional. Thank you for such a great app!
Goldman
ListenBook's basic audio filters enhance my listening experience and make it uniquely mine. This app's compatibility with different file types means that my entire audiobook collection is at my fingertips. Simplifying my reading routine – this app's ease of use is remarkable.
Lime
Finally, an app that lets me organize my audiobooks effortlessly. The library organization and book groups feature make navigation a breeze. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature has significantly improved the audio quality of my recordings. Adjustable playback speed and volume control are top-notch.
Stick Shift
Listening to audiobooks has made my daily commute more enjoyable and productive. This app has reignited my love for literature in the most delightful way. ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch has made audiobook listening a part of my daily routine. ListenBook has transformed how I enjoy audiobooks. It's an indispensable part of my routine.
High-Fructose
ListenBook's commitment to excellence shines through in its user-friendly interface and smooth playback. Looping playback of a single track helps me master difficult concepts. So helpful! ListenBook has redefined my workout routine. The controls are so user-friendly.
Rando Tank
💼 Elevating my work-from-home routine with this app's delightful audiobook selection! 💻📖 💼 Making work hours enjoyable – audiobooks turn my tasks into learning opportunities and moments of joy. 💻📖 Audiobook multitasking made easy – this app's functionality is top-notch.
QuestQuill
ListenBook’s support for Apple Watch is a great touch. I can control my audiobooks on the go. The statistics tracking feature is very useful. ListenBook helps me keep track of my listening time.
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