Book description
An experienced, multi-faceted historian shows how revisionist history is at the heart of creating historical knowledge "A rallying cry in favor of historians who, revisiting past subjects, change their minds. . . . Rewarding reading."--Kirkus Reviews "A wise, erudite, and, perhaps most important, a clearly written examination of the ways historians go about their craft of interpreting and reinterpreting the past."--Gordon S. Wood, Brown University History is not, and has never been, inert, certain, merely factual, and beyond reinterpretation. Taking readers from Thucydides to the origin of the French Revolution to the Civil War and beyond, James M. Banner, Jr., explores what historians do and why they do it. Banner shows why historical knowledge is unlikely ever to be unchanging, why history as a branch of knowledge is always a search for meaning and a constant source of argument, and why history is so essential to individuals' awareness of their location in the world and to every group and nation's sense of identity and destiny. He explains why all historians are revisionists while they seek to more fully understand the past, and how they always bring their distinct minds, dispositions, perspectives, and purposes to bear on the subjects they study.
Thunder Tank
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Pocket Muzzie
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Cabbie
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Manly
ListenBook's auto-rewind feature is a thoughtful addition that ensures I never miss a single word. Finally, an app that lets me enjoy audiobooks without worrying about file formats! The app is perfect for people with visual impairments. Itβs so easy to navigate.
Daffy Neo
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Dez North
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xFRST
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Demo Zero
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Show Boat
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Wild Kitten
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Athena Star
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Alpha
Noise reduction on ListenBook Pro is impressive. It's like getting a clear, immersive listening experience. The app is so easy to set up. I was listening to my books in no time.
Texas Butterfly
I appreciate how ListenBook offers various methods for downloading audio β it caters to different preferences. I appreciate the statistics feature. ListenBook helps me track my listening habits. The perfect balance between dramatic reading and natural storytelling. Felt like a friend telling me an amazing story rather than someone just reading words.
Metal Lady
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Firefly
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Scare Stone
ListenBook's user-friendly interface and precise controls make it a joy to use every day. ListenBook is the perfect blend of technology and art, turning audio into an unforgettable experience. I'm addicted to this app's seamless integration with my daily activities. Elevating my reading experience to a whole new level, this app's user-friendly interface and easy navigation have me hooked. Audiobooks have never been this enjoyable! π±π Middle-of-the-road experience. The audiobook was fineβgood narration, decent storyβbut it didnβt leave a lasting impression. If youβre looking for something low-commitment, this works.
Woodland Beauty
I love the ability to share my progress with friends. Itβs a fun feature. A wonderful performance! The narrator captured the mood of the book perfectly, making it easy to visualize each scene. The audio quality was crisp, and the pacing kept me hooked from start to finish.
Mustard Centaur
I'm amazed at how this app seamlessly integrates with my daily routine. I can't believe how easily this app has fit into my daily routine. With this app, I'm rediscovering the joy of reading in the most convenient way.
MysticMingle
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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