Book description
One of the New Yorker's Best Books of 2022 Bill McKibben--award-winning author, activist, educator--is fiercely curious. "I'm curious about what went so suddenly sour with American patriotism, American faith, and American prosperity." Like so many of us, McKibben grew up believing--knowing--that the United States was the greatest country on earth. As a teenager, he cheerfully led American Revolution tours in Lexington, Massachusetts. He sang "Kumbaya" at church. And with the remarkable rise of suburbia, he assumed that all Americans would share in the wealth. But fifty years later, he finds himself in an increasingly doubtful nation strained by bleak racial and economic inequality, on a planet whose future is in peril. And he is curious: What the hell happened? In this revelatory cri de coeur, McKibben digs deep into our history (and his own well-meaning but not all-seeing past) and into the latest scholarship on race and inequality in America, on the rise of the religious right, and on our environmental crisis to explain how we got to this point. He finds that he is not without hope. And he wonders if any of that trinity of his youth--The Flag, the Cross, and the Station Wagon--could, or should, be reclaimed in the fight for a fairer future.
Papa Smurf
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ByteBard
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Mental Prophet
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Widow Curio
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VenusLion
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Day Hawk
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Eye Devil
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Freeway
I love how this app's user-friendly interface allows me to navigate through chapters and controls effortlessly. ListenBook has elevated my audiobook experience to new heights. It's a treasure trove of knowledge. ListenBookβs support for CarPlay and Apple Watch is fantastic. I can listen anywhere. Iβve been using ListenBook for months, and itβs been a fantastic experience. The app is lightweight, doesnβt drain my battery, and works perfectly in the background. The equalizer and voice boost features are amazing. Highly recommend!
Loot
This app's customizable features, like playback speed and bookmarks, have transformed my experience. Audiobook enjoyment without the hassle β this app's design is a win. Effortless audiobook exploration β this app's functionality is a true delight. Audiobook enjoyment has never been this convenient. This app's sleek design and efficient organization ensure that every story is accessible and enjoyable. ππ ListenBook's intuitive layout and quick access to chapters make audiobook navigation a breeze.
Riff Raff
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Tokyo Dream
I appreciate the option to listen to samples before committing to a book. This app has brought storytelling into every corner of my life β it's incredible. The app is perfect for long walks. It keeps me company the whole time.
Twister Hero
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Venious
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Snake Eyes
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EchoExplorer
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The Beekeeper
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Metal Aphrodite
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Killer Grenade
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Sprinkle Lovenuts
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Toy Dogwatch
I've started a book club with my friends, and this app has been our go-to source for titles. ListenBook is a true audio treasure! It turns my own audio files into immersive listening experiences. ListenBook has become an essential part of my day, enhancing my commute and allowing me to enjoy audiobooks like never before.
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