Book description
IN 1937, Charles Madge and Tom Harrisson created the social survey organisation Mass Observation to capture the thoughts, feelings and minutiae of individuals across the British Isles. At its height Mass Observation had 1,000 concurrent writers - stretching from Penzance to Aberdeen and including miners, academics and housewives - and collected over 1 million individual diary entries between 1937 and 1960.In The People's Victory, historian Lucy Noakes mines the Mass Observation archive to present a groundbreaking history of how Britons at home celebrated and experienced the end of World War II. Alongside street celebrations and tea parties, we find bonfires and bell ringing, water fights and wagon rides, solitary and shared walks - and copious amounts of alcohol. However, as Noakes also reveals, not everyone felt like celebrating that May: many were still waiting for news of family members who had vanished in the fog of war, whilst thousands of British soldiers were still interned in the Far East.By centring the voices, feelings and fears of the public at the heart of the People's War, Noakes also traces the hopes and changing attitudes of a nation in flux, revealing how the camaraderie and selflessness of wartime led to the birth of the welfare state.
Squatch
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WanderWord
I can't remember the last time I was this excited about 'reading' books! Audiobook excellence made simple β this app's functionality is a true asset. Downloading over WiFi saves so much time. Very efficient.
Star Killer
ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch makes it a versatile companion for my daily activities. The fact that ListenBook doesn't just play, but enhances audio quality, is truly remarkable. Makes audiobook listening super easy and enjoyable. Thanks, ListenBook! ListenBookβs playback is silky-smooth. The app never glitches.
London Fox
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ManMaker
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Instant Star
Seamless audiobook integration β this app's functionality is a true gem. 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.
Green Scavenger
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DollFaceKillah
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Spit Turanga
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Berry Succubus
This app is my secret to staying ahead on my reading list, even during my busiest days. The auto-rewind feature after interruptions is a small thing that makes a big difference. Noise reduction and voice tone adjustment enhance the listening experience significantly. The ability to download audiobooks directly is fantastic. ListenBook is very convenient. 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 featureβit saves my place automatically, so I never lose track. Highly recommend!
Taffy Duchess
I'm in awe of how this app has brought new dimensions to my reading experience. Audiobooks on this app have made me look forward to my long commutes. ListenBook's sleek layout and quick chapter access have made my audiobook journey incredibly enjoyable. is a breeze. It's incredibly convenient for building my collection.
Shade Nightman
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RDTN
With this app, reading has become an integral part of my daily routine. Looping playback helps me retain knowledge from audiobooks effectively. It's an invaluable tool. 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.
Centurion Sherman
The statistics tracking feature is a gem. I'm surprised by how much time I spend on audiobooks! CUE playlist support is a fantastic addition. It helps me organize my audiobooks effortlessly. The adjustable playback speed feature is a true innovation. It adds a personalized touch to my listening.
Lady Killer
This app's convenience has transformed my screen time into meaningful reading sessions. The user-friendly interface and smooth navigation make this app a pleasure to use daily. Listening stats feature keeps me on track with my audiobook goals. Love it!
Heavenly Connection
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Bowie
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Centurion Sherman
The chapters feature on ListenBook enhances my audiobook exploration β it's like flipping through pages. I love that ListenBook Pro allows me to customize the tone of the sound β it adds a personal touch. With this app, every moment becomes an opportunity to indulge in fantastic stories. The controls, layout, and seamless playback are a reader's dream. ππ§ Looping playback has taken my language learning to new heights. Highly recommended!
Woodland Beauty
The ListenBook app has transformed my device into a portable audiobook library that I can carry everywhere. ListenBook has become my trusted companion, guiding me through the realms of imagination. ListenBook's user-friendly interface and seamless playback have made it my go-to app. I can't imagine my life without this app β it's my constant companion for literary adventures. ListenBook has completely changed how I enjoy audiobooks. The app is packed with features like customizable skip intervals, playback speed, and sleep timers. The interface is clean and easy to navigate. Five stars!
Bootleg Taximan
This app has rekindled my love for literature, and I'm spreading the word to everyone I know. ListenBook has brought the joy of audiobooks back into my life in a whole new way. With ListenBook, my audio content is organized, accessible, and ready to inspire me. The ability to download audiobooks directly is fantastic. ListenBook is very convenient. Solid performance overall though some character voices sounded too similar. I occasionally got confused about who was speaking in dialogue-heavy scenes.
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