Book description
The shocking untold story of how the FBI partnered with white evangelicals to champion a vision of America as a white Christian nation On a Sunday morning in 1966, a group of white evangelicals dedicated a stained glass window to J. Edgar Hoover. The FBI director was not an evangelical, but his Christian admirers anointed him as their political champion, believing he would lead America back to God. The Gospel of J. Edgar Hoover reveals how Hoover and his FBI teamed up with leading white evangelicals and Catholics to bring about a white Christian America by any means necessary. Lerone Martin draws on thousands of newly declassified FBI documents and memos to describe how, under Hoover's leadership, FBI agents attended spiritual retreats and worship services, creating an FBI religious culture that fashioned G-men into soldiers and ministers of Christian America. Martin shows how prominent figures such as Billy Graham, Fulton Sheen, and countless other ministers from across the country partnered with the FBI and laundered bureau intel in their sermons while the faithful crowned Hoover the adjudicator of true evangelical faith and allegiance. These partnerships not only solidified the political norms of modern white evangelicalism, they also contributed to the political rise of white Christian nationalism, establishing religion and race as the bedrock of the modern national security state, and setting the terms for today's domestic terrorism debates. Taking readers from the pulpits and pews of small-town America to the Oval Office, and from the grassroots to denominational boardrooms, The Gospel of J. Edgar Hoover completely transforms how we understand the FBI, white evangelicalism, and our nation's entangled history of religion and politics.
Die Slice
I'm addicted to the personalized recommendations โ it's like the app knows me! ListenBook's compatibility with playlists and CUE files is a great addition for those who love organized listening. Streamlining my audiobook journey โ this app's design is top-notch.
Night Magnet
ListenBook's dedication to delivering an exceptional experience is evident in every detail. With this app, I can read anytime, anywhere โ it's a reader's dream come true. Discovering new literary worlds has never been this easy. This app's compatibility with various formats ensures that my audiobook library is at my fingertips. ๐๐ Listening stats keep me motivated to read more. Great addition!
VisionVoyager
The app's performance is unparalleled. It's like it's tailor-made for my device. Sharing audiobooks with friends is a bonding experience made easy through AirDrop and sharing options. Sharing audiobooks with friends is a fantastic way to introduce them to new stories. The statistics tracking is a nice touch. ListenBook helps me keep track of my audiobook habits. The app is perfect for people with busy schedules. I can listen on the go.
Midnight Rider
Seamless integration with all my devices and flawless synchronization โ top-notch. The auto-rewind feature is a small detail that makes a big difference. It enhances my listening experience. The ability to organize my library is a huge plus. Everything is so neat and tidy.
Slinger
I used to struggle to find time for books โ now, I listen while doing chores! ListenBook's support for CarPlay and Apple Watch makes it an essential companion for my daily commutes and workouts. It's convenience at its finest! Automated extraction of artwork and metadata adds a professional touch to my library. I've found my new favorite narrator! Their voice was perfectly suited to this material, with just the right blend of authority and approachability. The production quality was broadcast-level - no distracting breaths, clicks, or inconsistent volume. Already looking for more of their work.
Granola
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Racy Lady
The statistics tracking feature is eye-opening. I never realized how much time I spend on audiobooks until now! The app is perfect for long flights. It keeps me entertained the whole time.
Lady Killer
As an audiobook enthusiast, I'm in awe of ListenBook's advanced features. The ability to adjust the reader's voice tone is a unique and fun addition. Automated artwork and metadata extraction add a professional touch to my audiobook collection. The app's compatibility with CarPlay adds an extra layer of convenience, especially during road trips.
Atomic Blastoid
This app's sleek design and effortless navigation have made my audiobook journey a true delight. Bookmarks are a fantastic tool for keeping track of important moments. They're a game-changer. ListenBook is fantastic! Supports every audiobook format I have. Super convenient! ListenBookโs support for CarPlay is great. I can listen to audiobooks in my car easily. 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!
Eerie Mizzen
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RealmRanger
My child has also fallen in love with audiobooks, all thanks to the app's kid-friendly collection. Audiobooks on this app have transformed my daily routines into engaging experiences. ๐ถ๐ Tuning in to the symphony of stories โ audiobooks are the soundtrack of my daily routines. ๐ต๐ Easy chapter navigation and beautiful design make this app stand out.
Reed Lady
I've been able to tackle my reading list like never before, thanks to this app. The Looping playback and Shuffle features on ListenBook help me customize my listening sessions to my liking. ๐ช Crushing workouts while devouring books โ this app makes fitness fun and educational! ๐๏ธโโ๏ธ๐ ๐ Who needs a dull commute when you can embark on literary journeys with this app? ๐๐ The noise reduction feature in ListenBook Pro is a game-changer for enjoying clear recordings.
Mad Kid
The app's features, like the sleep timer, make it clear that it's designed with readers in mind. Thanks to ListenBook, I've rediscovered the joy of exploring my favorite content on multiple devices. I'm so grateful for this app โ it's like having a personal storyteller wherever I go. Supports artwork and metadata perfectly. My library looks great! The app is so easy to use. I was up and running in minutes.
Hightower
ListenBook's user-friendly design and compatibility with different formats have made it my go-to app. I'm blown away by ListenBook's ability to play diverse formats flawlessly โ it's a game-changer. This app has turned even the most ordinary moments into reading sessions. Adjusting the tone of the narrator's voice is a unique touch โ it's like having a personalized reading. Automatic metadata extraction is a time-saver. My library is finally well-organized.
Heaven Sent
This app has made waiting in lines and queues an opportunity for exploration and enjoyment. ListenBookโs design is sleek and modern. The app is a pleasure to use. I love the ability to share my progress with friends. Itโs a fun feature.
Flashpoint
Hands down, the best audiobook collection I've ever come across. It has everything I want to listen to. Sharing audiobooks with friends is a thoughtful gesture that ListenBook makes seamless. Looping playback has transformed my study sessions. It's an invaluable tool for retaining information.
LuminaLore
No more hassle with formats โ this app ensures my audiobook adventures are smooth, and my favorite tales are just a tap away. Highly recommended! ๐๐ง The audio filters make a noticeable difference. ListenBook provides an excellent listening experience.
Gothic Gucci
ListenBook has become my trusted companion, making even the busiest days enjoyable. Talk about convenience! This app's ease of use and support for multiple audio formats ensure that I can enjoy my favorite stories without any hassle. ๐ฑ๐ ListenBook has changed the way I listen to audiobooks. The app is so easy to use. The app is so well-designed. Itโs clear the developers put a lot of thought into it. Iโve been using ListenBook for months, and itโs been a fantastic experience. The app is lightweight, doesnโt drain my battery, and works perfectly in the background. The equalizer and voice boost features are amazing. Highly recommend!
Flotsams54
๐ถโโ๏ธ๐ง Enjoying the great outdoors while immersing myself in fantastic tales โ walking never felt this magical! ๐๏ธ๐ Effortless audiobook management โ this app's usability is impressive. Listening statistics motivate me to read more. Excellent feature! Not bad, but not amazing either. The narratorโs voice was pleasant, though some parts felt a bit rushed. The story had its moments, but I wouldnโt necessarily recommend it over similar titles in the genre.
Kinged
I'm in awe of how this app has made reading a part of my busy life. ๐ Rekindling my love for reading โ this app makes each day a new adventure! ๐๐ ListenBook has breathed new life into my audiobook collection. I can't imagine using anything else. Easy chapter navigation and beautiful design make this app stand out. The app is so easy to set up. I was listening to my books in no time.
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