Book description
A sweeping and surprising new understanding of extreme poverty in America from the authors of the acclaimed $2.00 a Day: Living on Almost Nothing in America. "This book forces you to see American poverty in a whole new light." (Matthew Desmond, author of Poverty, by America and Evicted) Three of the nation's top scholars -- known for tackling key mysteries about poverty in America - turn their attention from the country's poorest people to its poorest places. Based on a fresh, data-driven approach, they discover that America's most disadvantaged communities are not the big cities that get the most notice. Instead, nearly all are rural. Little if any attention has been paid to these places or to the people who make their lives there.This revelation set in motion a five-year journey across Appalachia, the Cotton and Tobacco Belts of the Deep South, and South Texas. Immersing themselves in these communities, poring over centuries of local history, attending parades and festivals, the authors trace the legacies of the deepest poverty in America--including inequalities shaping people's health, livelihoods, and upward social mobility for families. Wrung dry by powerful forces and corrupt government officials, the "internal colonies" in these regions were exploited for their resources and then left to collapse. The unfolding revelation in The Injustice of Place is not about what sets these places apart, but about what they have in common--a history of raw, intensive resource extraction and human exploitation. This history and its reverberations demand a reckoning and a commitment to wage a new War on Poverty, with the unrelenting focus on our nation's places of deepest need.
Terror Master
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Pinball Wizard
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East Army
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Fuzzy Claws
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ThreadTrail
ListenBook's configurable auto-rewind after interruptions is a smart addition that keeps me on track. Looping playback helps me retain knowledge from audiobooks effectively. It's an invaluable tool.
Classy Luck
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WordWanderer
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ShadowFax
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Ice
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Pusher
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Sokol
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Spunky Comet
Audiobooks have become my constant companions during my daily activities. Adjusting the tone of the narrator's voice adds a layer of personalization that I never knew I needed.
Sylvester Eye
This app has ignited my passion for reading once again β but in a modern, convenient way. I'm so grateful for this app β it's like having a personal storyteller wherever I go. ListenBook has revolutionized my audio experience, making it both personalized and engaging. Navigating audiobooks with ease β this app's design is user-centric.
Daffy Neo
With this app, I've found a way to turn every moment into an opportunity for learning and enrichment. ListenBook has made my daily walks so much more enjoyable. I'm always learning now!
InsightfulInk
As a language enthusiast, this app has been a fantastic tool for learning new languages. Perfect for my daily walks. The story was engaging enough to keep me motivated to exercise but not so complex that I got lost in thought. Great production quality too.
Most Wanted
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LuminaLore
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Metal Star
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LyRz
This app has ignited my passion for reading once again β but in a modern, convenient way. The ability to adjust playback speed is a game-changer for faster or more immersive listening. π Transforming long drives into memorable journeys through the magic of audiobooks! ππ The statistics tracking feature is very useful. ListenBook helps me keep track of my listening time. The subtle background music at key moments enhanced the experience without being distracting. More audiobooks should use this technique when appropriate!
Mr. Lucky
With this app, I can seamlessly switch between audiobooks and real life. 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