Book description
In our era of mass incarceration, gun violence, and Black Lives Matters, a handbook showing how racial justice and restorative justice can transform the African-American experience in America.This timely work will inform scholars and practitioners on the subjects of pervasive racial inequity and the healing offered by restorative justice practices. Addressing the intersectionality of race and the US criminal justice system, social activist Fania E. Davis explores how restorative justice has the capacity to disrupt patterns of mass incarceration through effective, equitable, and transformative approaches. Eager to break the still-pervasive, centuries-long cycles of racial prejudice and trauma in America, Davis unites the racial justice and restorative justice movements, aspiring to increase awareness of deep-seated problems as well as positive action toward change.Davis highlights real restorative justice initiatives that function from a racial justice perspective; these programs are utilized in schools, justice systems, and communities, intentionally seeking to ameliorate racial disparities and systemic inequities. Chapters include:Chapter 1: The Journey to Racial Justice and Restorative JusticeChapter 2: Ubuntu: The Indigenous Ethos of Restorative JusticeChapter 3: Integrating Racial Justice and Restorative JusticeChapter 4: Race, Restorative Justice, and SchoolsChapter 5: Restorative Justice and Transforming Mass IncarcerationChapter 6: Toward a Racial Reckoning: Imagining a Truth Process for Police ViolenceChapter 7: A Way ForwardShe looks at initiatives that strive to address the historical harms against African Americans throughout the nation. This newest addition the Justice and Peacebuilding series is a much needed and long overdue examination of the issue of race in America as well as a beacon of hope as we learn to work together to repair damage, change perspectives, and strive to do better.
Married Man
The app's stability is impressive – it runs smoothly without any glitches. Kudos to the creators for making literature so accessible and enjoyable. I can't imagine a day without this app – it has made my audiobook journey seamless and fulfilling.
Combo Saw
I'm amazed at ListenBook's intuitive interface and precise controls – it's a joy to navigate. Audiobooks made accessible and enjoyable – this app's design is a triumph. ListenBook's sharing options make it easy to introduce others to the joys of audiobook storytelling. Automated artwork and metadata retrieval add a professional touch to my audiobook library. Listening stats keep me motivated to read more. Great addition!
Elder Pogue
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Natural Mess
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Ember Master
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Rosie Bird
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Moon Cricket
The 'Continue Listening' feature ensures I never lose my place, no matter where I am. ListenBook has brought a whole new level of convenience and enjoyment to my audiobook experience. I love how this app makes my daily commute a journey through literature. Beautiful design and intuitive interface. Very user-friendly.
Emerald Vine
This app has given me the joy of reading even when my hands are full. Noise reduction on ListenBook Pro is a revelation. It enhances the audio quality and makes listening comfortable. ListenBook’s interface is sleek and user-friendly. Finding and playing my audiobooks has never been easier. A reasonable choice for casual listening. The audiobook was well-produced, but the pacing felt uneven in places. I didn’t dislike it, but I also didn’t feel strongly about it one way or another.
Bowie
💼 Making work hours fly by with captivating stories – a true work-life balance! 💻📖 ListenBook's drag-and-drop download feature streamlines the process of adding new content to my library. ListenBook has streamlined my audiobook experience. It's a must-have app for enthusiasts. Great for multitasking! I listened while cooking, driving, and even working out, and it kept me entertained the whole time. The narrator’s voice was pleasant, and the story flowed smoothly. Very enjoyable!
Swan Mustang
Listening to books while doing chores? This app makes it possible! Automated metadata extraction is a time-saver. My library is so organized now.
Bambi Benz
I've been able to tackle my reading list like never before, thanks to this app. I love the ability to customize the skip buttons. It’s so convenient. I love the ability to change the playback speed. It’s perfect for my needs.
Dropkick
With this app, audiobook listening has become an integral part of my daily routines – it's pure bliss. The app's performance is beyond impressive. It's like it's tailor-made for my device. A perfectly acceptable audiobook that fulfilled its purpose. The narration was competent if not particularly memorable, and the production quality was standard for the genre. It served as decent background entertainment during mundane tasks.
Unleashed
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Senior Smurf
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Lewd Dice
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DreamDiver
I'm blown away by the quality of narration on this app – it's like being in the story. The app is perfect for people with visual impairments. It’s so easy to navigate. ListenBook is the best audiobook player I’ve ever used. The app is packed with features like customizable skip intervals, playback speed, and sleep timers. The interface is clean and easy to navigate, making it a joy to use. Five stars!
Spunky Sphinx
This app has made my daily walks a time for both exercise and learning. Simplifying audiobook adventures – this app's ease of use is a delight.
High Beam
ListenBook's support for network device downloads and drag-and-drop is a time-saving delight. The app's performance is unparalleled. It's like it's tailor-made for my device. Organizing my audiobook library has never been easier. The app keeps everything tidy.
Canary Apple Red
I've fallen in love with literature all over again, thanks to this incredible app. ListenBook has reignited my love for storytelling and learning, one audio file at a time. With this app, I've found a way to make my daily errands more enjoyable and intellectually stimulating. The app's compatibility with various sources for audio download is a true time-saver.
CuriousCoder
The statistics feature is a fantastic addition – knowing how much time I spend on audiobooks is eye-opening, and ListenBook makes tracking it a breeze. The app's seamless integration with Apple Watch makes it my perfect workout companion.
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