Book description
Winner of a 2020-2021 New York City Book Award In a rapidly changing New York, two forces battled for the city's soul: the pro-slavery New Yorkers who kept the illegal slave trade alive and well, and the abolitionists fighting for freedom. We often think of slavery as a southern phenomenon, far removed from the booming cities of the North. But even though slavery had been outlawed in Gotham by the 1830s, Black New Yorkers were not safe. Not only was the city built on the backs of slaves; it was essential in keeping slavery and the slave trade alive. In The Kidnapping Club, historian Jonathan Daniel Wells tells the story of the powerful network of judges, lawyers, and police officers who circumvented anti-slavery laws by sanctioning the kidnapping of free and fugitive African Americans. Nicknamed "The New York Kidnapping Club," the group had the tacit support of institutions from Wall Street to Tammany Hall whose wealth depended on the Southern slave and cotton trade. But a small cohort of abolitionists, including Black journalist David Ruggles, organized tirelessly for the rights of Black New Yorkers, often risking their lives in the process. Taking readers into the bustling streets and ports of America's great Northern metropolis, The Kidnapping Club is a dramatic account of the ties between slavery and capitalism, the deeply corrupt roots of policing, and the strength of Black activism.
Wrangler Jim
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Trip
This app's playback controls and features make it a breeze to customize my listening experience. Audiobook enthusiasts, gather round! This app's remarkable features, including audio filters and compatibility, have transformed my commutes into captivating journeys. ๐๐ง ListenBook's user-friendly interface and quick access to chapters enhance my overall listening experience. The app supports background playback, which is a must for me. The import process is seamless. I had no trouble adding my audiobooks.
Mr. Fabulous
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Sky Bully
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Crazy Eights
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Woo Woo
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Tea Kettle
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Houston Rocket
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Lady Petal
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High-Fructose
Audiobook listening has never been this easy and convenient โ it's like having a personal narrator. Simplifying my audiobook experience โ this app's design is a game-changer.
Double Eerie
Listening to audiobooks with my kids has become a cherished bonding activity. 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! This was an adequate audiobook for casual listening. The narrator maintained a consistent pace and clear diction throughout, though their performance lacked some emotional range. The audio quality was fine with no significant technical distractions.
WittyWordsmith
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Kinged
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ForumFusion
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Zod
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Lskeee
Audiobooks on this app have made my morning rituals something to look forward to. ๐ก The future of audiobook listening is here โ this app's sleek functionality redefines how we enjoy our favorite stories. ๐ง๐ฎ The compatibility with Apple Watch is a huge plus. I can control my audiobooks from my wrist! The app is very easy to use. ListenBook makes managing my audiobook library simple.
AxelRoad
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ThoughtTrailblazer
Bookmarking on ListenBook makes it easy to pick up where I left off โ no more searching for my spot! Great for both casual listening and studying. The audio filters are a nice touch. The app never crashes. Itโs reliable and stable.
Whip 2T
Effortlessly managing my audiobook library โ this app's design is a triumph. The audio quality is superb. ListenBook enhances my audiobook experience.
Chuckles
This app is a treasure trove of knowledge, entertainment, and imagination. Navigating audiobooks seamlessly โ this app's design is top-notch. Quick access to chapters is so handy. Navigating through content is a breeze. Good but not great. The narration was competent but lacked the extra spark that makes some audiobooks truly special. Still worth a listen though.
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