Book description
Farah Jasmine Griffin has taken to her heart the phrase read until you understand, a line her father, who died when she was nine, wrote in a note to her. She has made it central to this book about love of the majestic power of words and love of the magnificence of Black life.Griffin has spent years rooted in the culture of Black genius and the legacy of books that her father left her. A beloved professor, she has devoted herself to passing these works and their wisdom on to generations of students.Here, she shares a lifetime of discoveries: the ideas that inspired the stunning oratory of Frederick Douglass and Malcolm X, the soulful music of Marvin Gaye and Stevie Wonder, the daring literature of Phillis Wheatley and Toni Morrison, the inventive artistry of Romare Bearden, and many more. Exploring these works through such themes as justice, rage, self-determination, beauty, joy, and mercy allows her to move from her aunt's love of yellow roses to Gil Scott-Heron's Winter in America.Griffin entwines memoir, history, and art while she keeps her finger on the pulse of the present, asking us to grapple with the continuing struggle for Black freedom and the ongoing project that is American democracy. She challenges us to reckon with our commitment to all the nation's inhabitants and our responsibilities to all humanity.
Bom Crossed
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Shivers
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Flash
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Winded On Friday
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Snowflake Pixie
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Parallax Sugar
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Twisty Dew
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Chip Queen
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Casanova
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Digital Goddess
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New Magoo
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Light Lion
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Die Slice
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Zero Charisma
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Dove Dolce
Gone are the days of fumbling with different formats β this app's comprehensive support ensures I can enjoy any audiobook without a hitch. ππ I love the car mode. Itβs so convenient for listening while driving.
Hen Skittle
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Fast Draw
Now I can enjoy my favorite books anytime, even during workouts. Sharing audiobooks through AirDrop is a wonderful way to spread the joy of storytelling. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a creative way to share the love of literature. I love the download options. ListenBook gives me so many ways to get my audiobooks onto my device.
Foot-long Fry
The diverse range of narrators adds a new layer of depth to each story. Looping playback is a fantastic study tool. It helps me focus and retain information effectively. ListenBook has seamlessly integrated into my daily routine, enhancing my workouts, commutes, and moments of relaxation. It's a true companion.
The Belgian
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Spunky Comet
ListenBook's unlimited length of audiobooks with the Pro version is a fantastic value for avid listeners. ListenBook's support for various download methods and audio formats ensures that I always have access to my favorite content. ListenBook Pro takes things up a notch with unlimited audiobook length. It's a game-changer! I love the chapter navigation feature. ListenBook makes it easy to find specific sections.
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