Book description
On January 6, 1941, President Franklin Delano Roosevelt announced his Four Freedoms: freedom of speech, freedom of religion, freedom from want, and freedom from fear. Roosevelt's call for the Four Freedoms was in part a response to the totalitarian governments then on the march in the world, especially Hitler's Germany and imperial Japan. But they were an important announcement about the United States as well.The first two, freedom of speech and religion, were not controversial, as they were rooted deeply in American values since the founding. But after the onset of the Great Depression, FDR and the Democratic Party placed freedom from want and fear as core values of the American experiment, with government playing a leading role in alleviating such conditions. This was controversial at the time, with conservatives opposed to such a role for government.This dichotomy is familiar to us today, with liberals supporting an active role for government in society to promote the twin goals of liberty and equality. Meanwhile, conservatives see government as a threat to liberty and view inequality as the natural outcome of the differing talents and skills that people possess. What may not be so well-known is that the position of modern liberals for active government is diametrically opposed to that of the founder of the Democratic Party, Thomas Jefferson. And active government was supported by the conservative Alexander Hamilton and the Federalists during the founding era and through a good part of our history.In The Great Flip, Donald J. Fraser takes the reader through a tour of American history, showing how liberals and conservatives gradually flipped positions on the role of government in American life. From the colonial era through the Great Depression, Fraser introduces us to some of the key players in the history of the United States and how they impacted the nature of governance in America The rivalry for political power between Thomas Jefferson and Alexander Hamilton during the founding era, and Herbert Hoover and Franklin Roosevelt during the Great Depression, represent the bookends for this work of history.
Lady Killer
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Palomino Cake
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Crash Override
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Kamikaze Granny
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Contrary Mary
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Desert Haze
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Eye Candy Kitten
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Freeway
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Congo Wire
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Slug-em-dog
Changing the tone of the sound on ListenBook is a fun feature that adds a unique touch to my audiobook experience. This app's support for various formats and genres ensures that there's always something new to explore. I'm in awe of how this app has made reading seamlessly fit into my lifestyle. Fairly enjoyable, but forgettable. I didnβt have any major complaints, but I also donβt see myself revisiting this one. It was a decent way to spend a few hours, though.
Shady Prairie
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Steel Heart
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Alberta
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Tea Kettle
ListenBook's compatibility with various audio formats is impressive. From MP3 to FLAC, it handles them all flawlessly. Decent audiobook but I think I would have enjoyed reading it more. Some of the more subtle humor didn't quite land in the audio format.
Sky Bully
ListenBook's support for various audio formats means I never have to worry about compatibility issues. No more converting files β this app effortlessly handles various formats, saving me time and effort. Looping playback helps me retain knowledge from audiobooks effectively. It's an invaluable tool.
Neophyte Believer
ListenBook's looping playback, shuffle feature, and configurable controls make learning a breeze. Audiobooks on this app have expanded my horizons and introduced me to new ideas. ListenBook's audio filters are a valuable tool for customizing my audiobook playback to perfection. Quick access to chapters and controls makes ListenBook a joy to use. It's a seamless experience.
Vicious Street
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Miss Rum Punch
Automatic artwork and metadata extraction add a professional touch to my audiobook library. The import process is seamless. I had no trouble adding my audiobooks. I love how ListenBook makes it easy to organize my audiobook library. The app supports all formats, and the import process is a breeze. The playback controls are responsive, and the sound quality is excellent. Highly recommend!
Storm Master
I'm amazed at how effortlessly this app has made reading a constant in my life. AirDrop and sharing make it easy to spread the audiobook love with friends. Makes listening to audiobooks easy and enjoyable. Thank you, ListenBook!
Delicious
ListenBook's support for various formats means I can explore a wide range of content without limitations. This app's support for various formats has made my audiobook collection even more diverse and exciting. Enhancing my daily routines β this app's design makes listening a joy. Efficient audiobook enjoyment β this app's functionality is a revelation.
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