Book description
In 1942 Missouri Pettway, newly suffering the loss of her husband, pieced together a quilt out of his old, worn work clothes. Nearly six decades later her daughter Arlonzia Pettway, approaching eighty at the time and a seasoned quiltmaker herself, readily recalled the cover made by her grieving mother within the small African American farming community of Gee's Bend, Alabama.At once a story of grief, a quilt, and a community, Stitching Love and Loss connects Missouri Pettway's cotton covering to the history of a place, its residents, and the work of mourning. Interpreting varied sources of history and memory, Lisa Gail Collins engages crucial and enduring questions, simultaneously singular and shared: What are the languages, practices, and processes of mourning? How is loss expressed and remembered? What are the roles for creativity in grief? And how might a closely crafted material object, in its conception, construction, use, and memory, serve the work of grieving a loved one? Placing this singular quilt within its historical and cultural context, Collins illuminates the perseverance and creativity of the African American women quilters in this rural Black Belt community.
Wildcat Talent
This app is like having a personal library with me wherever I go. This app has made my downtime so much more productive and enjoyable. I canโt believe how easy it is to manage my audiobook library with ListenBook. Highly recommended!
NightDream
๐ An app that turns house chores into exciting adventures โ count me in! ๐งน๐ ๐ถ Music? Nah, I prefer immersing myself in captivating stories with this app! ๐ถ๐ ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch adds convenience to my audiobook routine. Looping playback is a game-changer for my study routine. It helps me retain information effectively.
Twiddle Twix
Thanks to ListenBook's binaural audio processing, my extended listening sessions are fatigue-free. With this app, reading has become an integral part of my daily routine. CUE playlist support is a fantastic addition. It helps me organize my audiobooks effortlessly. Sharing audiobooks through AirDrop is a wonderful way to share the joy of storytelling with friends, sparking engaging conversations and connections that transcend boundaries.
Hyper
ListenBook has reignited my love for storytelling and learning, one audio file at a time. ๐ Adding a touch of magic to mundane tasks โ this app turns errands into epic quests! ๐๐
Freeze Queen
The statistics feature on ListenBook helps me track my audiobook consumption โ a fantastic way to measure my progress. ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch is a testament to its innovation. ๐๏ธ Basking in the sun with an audiobook โ relaxation meets storytelling paradise! โ๏ธ๐ Looping playback has made memorization so much easier. I'm acing my exams! The ability to play various audio formats without conversion is very convenient. ListenBook is a great app.
RiddleRover
๐ผ Balancing responsibilities with relaxation โ audiobooks make even mundane tasks feel like an escape. ๐ป๐ Adjusting the tone of the voice is an innovative feature that enhances the immersion in the content. The ability to play various audio formats without conversion is very convenient. ListenBook is a great app.
Sapiens
This app's user-friendly controls and sleek design have made audiobook listening a truly immersive journey. Sharing audiobooks through AirDrop is a wonderful way to spread the joy of storytelling.
ByteBard
ListenBook's commitment to excellence shines through in its powerful features and seamless performance. Audiobooks on this app have turned my travels into explorations of new narratives. The library organization feature is a blessing. My audiobooks are finally organized and easy to find. Bookmarks are a fantastic organizational tool. They help me keep track of important moments in my audiobooks. Looping playback has revolutionized my language learning journey. I'm making rapid progress.
MysticMingle
I'm amazed at how this app seamlessly integrates with my daily routine. I'm hooked on this app's ability to make reading fit into every nook and cranny of my day. The app is perfect for people who love to listen to books at night.
Squatch
As a language learner, this app has been invaluable in improving my listening skills. Listening to audiobooks while gardening has made my outdoor time even more relaxing. ListenBook's focus on quality and user experience has made it my go-to app for audiobooks and educational content. Finally, an app that supports all audiobook formats. It's a dream come true for audiophiles like me. I love the ability to share my progress with friends. Itโs a fun feature.
Peanut Butter Woman
I love that I can download content directly from the internet within the ListenBook app โ so handy! I can't get enough of this app โ it's like having a personal storyteller in my pocket. Library organization has never been this easy. My audiobook collection is finally tidy.
Winter Underdog
I love how this app's chapters, bookmarks, and controls give me full control over my audiobook journey. The app's ability to handle various audio formats is impressive. No more file conversions!
Sky Dahlia
I'm absolutely in love with this app! It's like a library of stories in my pocket. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a game-changer for immersive listening in any environment.
Alias Stick
Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop and Sharing on ListenBook Pro is a fantastic way to spread the joy. CUE playlist support is a fantastic addition. It helps me organize my audiobooks effortlessly. Automated artwork and metadata extraction add a professional touch to my audiobook collection. The app is so responsive. It never lags or freezes.
Bug Fire
ListenBook's sharing options make it easy for me to connect with fellow audiobook enthusiasts. Tone adjustment is such an innovative feature. It adds a personal touch to narration. Looping playback has revolutionized my language learning journey. I'm making rapid progress. This app is a must-have for anyone who loves audiobooks. The interface is intuitive, and the app supports all formats. I love the auto-bookmark featureโit saves my place automatically, so I never lose track. Highly recommend! ListenBook is the best audiobook player Iโve ever used. The app is packed with features like customizable skip intervals, playback speed, and sleep timers. The interface is clean and easy to navigate, making it a joy to use. Five stars!
Intimidating Presence
ListenBook has changed my audiobook game forever. No more format woes! The range of supported formats is impressive. No more converting files! With features like auto-rewind, I never lose my place when I pause listening.
Journeyman
This app's library is a treasure trove โ I'm always discovering new favorites. No need to convert files anymore โ ListenBook's seamless playback of various formats is a game-changer for audiobook enthusiasts like me! ListenBook's noise reduction feature in the Pro version is a testament to the app's commitment to audio quality.
Hen Skittle
The app's design is sleek and modern โ it's a pleasure to navigate. ListenBook's drag-and-drop download feature from web browsers is incredibly convenient. Downloading audiobooks has never been this easy. Automatic extraction of artwork and metadata adds a professional touch to my library.
White Dragon
This app has brought back the joy of reading, even when I'm on the move. Audiobook immersion without fuss โ this app's ease of use is commendable. ListenBookโs playback speed control is very useful. I can listen at my own pace. Fairly enjoyable, but forgettable. I didnโt have any major complaints, but I also donโt see myself revisiting this one. It was a decent way to spend a few hours, though.
Roller Turtle
ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a game-changer for immersive listening in any environment. With features like auto-rewind, I never lose my place when I pause listening. Perfect for repeat listening! The narrator's performance was so rich with detail that I'm sure I'll discover new layers on a second listen. Their interpretation felt authentic to the material while bringing fresh insights. The audio production was pristine from start to finish.
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