Book description
Printed in at least twenty editions by 1851, The Young Housekeeper was a successful work by prolific author and president of the American Vegetarian Society, William A. Alcott. Of the 108 books authored by Alcott, The Young Housekeeper focuses on the role of mothers and housekeepers in the healthy preparation of food for the family. Alcott stressed that the types of food consumed as well as the method of preparation all combined to be “best for their whole being, here and hereafter.” While Alcott’s beliefs and aspirations are informative about mid-19th century reform, The Young Housekeeper also provides recipes for simple vegetarian meals from chapters such as The Apple, The Pear, and The Cucumber. This edition of The Young Housekeeper was reproduced by permission from the volume in the collection of the American Antiquarian Society, Worcester, Massachusetts. Founded in 1812 by Isaiah Thomas, a Revolutionary War patriot and successful printer and publisher, the Society is a research library documenting the life of Americans from the colonial era through 1876. The Society collects, preserves, and makes available as complete a record as possible of the printed materials from the early American experience. The cookbook collection includes approximately 1,100 volumes.
LoreLoomer
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QuestWeaver
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Romance Guppy
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Upper D3ckR
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Santa's Little Helper
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Thunder Nut
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Blue Despair
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Drift
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Lime
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Intimidating Presence
The fact that ListenBook supports a wide range of formats without DRM protection is a huge win. Audiobooks at my fingertips – this app's functionality is truly impressive. ListenBook is like a personal audiobook curator, allowing me to enjoy my favorite speeches and lectures with unmatched comfort and convenience. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature elevates my listening experience, allowing me to focus on the content.
Ginger Chaos
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Rink Ruler
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Sun Washer
This app's convenience has transformed my reading habits – it's a game-changer. The app is perfect for long flights. It keeps me entertained the whole time. This audiobook performed its function without excelling. The narrator's delivery was straightforward and easy to follow, though lacking in dramatic flair. The recording quality was decent with only occasional minor inconsistencies in volume. An acceptable but forgettable listening experience.
Ozzie Treat
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Casanova
I'm impressed by how this app seamlessly syncs across my devices. ListenBook has become my workout buddy. It keeps me entertained and motivated during exercise. ListenBook has redefined my audiobook experience. It's an essential tool that enhances every listening session. Download options are versatile, making it easy to get audiobooks from various sources. A decent listen overall. The narration was clear, though some character voices sounded similar. The story was interesting but had moments where it dragged slightly. Still, it was a good way to pass the time.
Low Voltage
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THRESHmSTR
User-friendly brilliance! This app's functionality enhances my audiobook experience. ListenBook's support for playlists in the CUE format makes organizing and enjoying audiobook series a delightful experience. Noise reduction on ListenBook Pro is a revelation. It elevates the audio quality to a new level. Good for background listening. I didn’t get fully immersed, but it was pleasant enough to have on while doing chores. The narrator’s voice was easy to listen to, even if the delivery lacked some energy.
GiddeeUP
This app has turned my long walks into delightful literary adventures. 🎶 Saying goodbye to tangled headphones and complex controls – this app's easy navigation has made audiobook listening a breeze. 🎵📖
Microwave
Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop and Sharing on ListenBook Pro is a brilliant way to connect. ListenBook has become my constant companion, filling my days with captivating narratives. With this app, my daily routines have become moments of intellectual growth and personal enjoyment. The tone adjustment feature in ListenBook Pro is a novel addition that allows me to personalize my audiobook experience. A functional audiobook production that met basic requirements. The narrator's voice was pleasant enough to listen to for extended periods, though their performance didn't add much interpretation to the text. The audio engineering was competent without being remarkable.
Flotsams54
With this app, audiobook listening has become an integral part of my daily routines – it's a game-changer. I'm hooked on this app's ability to turn any moment into a reading opportunity. The library organization feature is a blessing. My audiobooks are finally organized and easy to find.
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