Book description
Langston Hughes's stories about Jesse B. Semple--first composed for a weekly column in the Chicago Defender and then collected in Simple Speaks His Mind, Simple Takes a Wife, and Simple Stakes a Claim--have been read and loved by hundreds of thousands of readers. In The Best of Simple, the author picked his favorites from these earlier volumes, stories that not only have proved popular but are now part of a great and growing literary tradition. Simple might be considered an Everyman for black Americans. Hughes himself wrote: ...these tales are about a great many people--although they are stories about no specific persons as such. But it is impossible to live in Harlem and not know at least a hundred Simples, fifty Joyces, twenty-five Zaritas, and several Cousin Minnies--or reasonable facsimiles thereof. As Arnold Rampersad has written, Simple is one of the most memorable and winning characters in the annals of American literature, justly regarded as one of Hughes's most inspired creations. Langston Hughes was born in Joplin, Missouri, went to Cleveland, Ohio, lived for a number of years in Chicago, and long resided in New York City's Harlem. He graduated form Lincoln University in 1929 and was awarded an honorary Litt. D. in 1943. He was perhaps best known as a poet and the creator of Simple, but he also wrote novels, biography, history, plays (several of them Broadway hits), and children's books, and he edited several anthologies. Mr. Hughes died in 1967.
Die Slice
Finally, an app that values usability β navigating and listening is a breeze! Audiobook enjoyment without the hassle β this app's design is a win. The app is so user-friendly. Even my grandma can use it!
Whistler
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Show Boat
Effortless audiobook exploration β this app's functionality is a true delight. The statistics feature in ListenBook provides valuable insights into my audiobook habits, helping me learn and grow. The interface is beautiful and functional. ListenBook is my go-to app for audiobooks. An average audiobook experience. Nothing was wrong with itβthe narration was fine, and the story was okayβbut nothing particularly stood out. It served its purpose as entertainment during my commute.
WanderWord
Listening to audiobooks has turned mundane tasks into enjoyable experiences. Bookmarks are a fantastic organizational tool. They help me keep track of important moments in my audiobooks. The app is perfect for people who love to listen to books while exercising.
DollFaceKillah
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Baked ZD
ListenBook's support for various download methods and audio formats ensures that I can always find what I'm looking for. π Bedtime stories for adults? Yes, please! This app is a dream come true. ππ
Wooden Man
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Capital F
ListenBook's support for network device downloads and drag-and-drop is a time-saving delight. ListenBook has become my constant companion. It's like having a personal audiobook assistant.
Skool
π§ This app has changed my reading game! Now I can 'read' while I work β genius! ππΌ Looping playback is a game-changer for my study sessions. It helps me absorb information more effectively.
Toe
ListenBook's support for CarPlay and Apple Watch integration has made my life so much easier. Quick access to chapters and controls ensures a seamless listening experience with ListenBook. It's effortless to use.
GoldTouch
I'm addicted to this app β it's a non-stop journey through captivating tales. I love how this app makes my daily commute a journey through literature. The ability to play various audio formats without conversion is very convenient. ListenBook is a great app. Not bad, but not amazing either. The narratorβs voice was pleasant, though some parts felt a bit rushed. The story had its moments, but I wouldnβt necessarily recommend it over similar titles in the genre.
Easy Street
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Tacklebox
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Sidewalk Enforcer
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RealmRanger
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Sun Lemon
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Buckshot
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Helmet Destroyer
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Are Ess Tee
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Clang Glyph
I've found hidden gems in genres I never thought I'd be interested in. π Who needs a dull commute when you can embark on literary journeys with this app? ππ Book groups are a thoughtful addition. It's like having virtual bookshelves! From MP3 to FLAC, this app plays them all flawlessly. Say goodbye to compatibility issues!
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