Book description
A journalist recounts the surprising history of accidents and reveals how they've come to define all that's wrong with America. We hear it all the time: "Sorry, it was just an accident." And we've been deeply conditioned to just accept that explanation and move on. But as Jessie Singer argues convincingly: There are no such things as accidents. The vast majority of mishaps are not random but predictable and preventable. Singer uncovers just how the term "accident" itself protects those in power and leaves the most vulnerable in harm's way, preventing investigations, pushing off debts, blaming the victims, diluting anger, and even sparking empathy for the perpetrators. As the rate of accidental death skyrockets in America, the poor and people of color end up bearing the brunt of the violence and blame, while the powerful use the excuse of the "accident" to avoid consequences for their actions. Born of the death of her best friend, and the killer who insisted it was an accident, this book is a moving investigation of the sort of tragedies that are all too common, and all too commonly ignored. In this revelatory book, Singer tracks accidental death in America from turn of the century factories and coal mines to today's urban highways, rural hospitals, and Superfund sites. Drawing connections between traffic accidents, accidental opioid overdoses, and accidental oil spills, Singer proves that what we call accidents are hardly random. Rather, who lives and dies by an accident in America is defined by money and power. She also presents a variety of actions we can take as individuals and as a society to stem the tide of "accidents"--saving lives and holding the guilty to account.
DreamDiver
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King Bass
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Flint
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Twinkle Cutlass
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Amphibi-Dangerous
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Saturnalia
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Loot
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Night Magnet
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Firefly Caramel
This app is a game-changer for anyone who's always on the go β it's like carrying a library in my pocket. βοΈ Loving the fact that I can learn and listen at the same time β multitasking made easy! π§ π§ With support for various audio formats, ListenBook ensures I can enjoy my favorite audiobooks without worries. This was a workmanlike audiobook that did the job without flair. The narration was clear and the pacing appropriate, though the delivery lacked some emotional depth. The production quality was acceptable with no major technical issues.
Delicious
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SmartieQuest
ListenBook's intuitive controls and beautiful layout make my audiobook experience a delightful one. I'm blown away by ListenBook's ability to maintain audio quality even for formats like FLAC and AWB.
Sw33per
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Venious
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SkyGod
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Married Man
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Bit Sentinel
ListenBook's interface is sleek and user-friendly, making navigation a breeze. ListenBook has redefined my audiobook experience. It's a true companion for all my literary adventures. CUE playlist support is a fantastic feature that allows me to curate themed listening sessions, creating a dynamic and engaging audiobook experience. Adjusting the tone of the voice is a game-changer. It's like customizing my listening experience.
Bad Bunny
I've become the go-to storyteller at bedtime with the help of this magical app. With ListenBook, I can explore new genres, learn new topics, and enjoy classic literature with ease. Audiobook enthusiasts, celebrate! This app's thoughtful features, like auto-rewind and easy chapter navigation, cater perfectly to our reading cravings. ππ The app is perfect for language learners. The playback speed control is a game-changer. The app is so versatile. It works with all my devices.
Acid Gosling
I'm enjoying books I never thought I'd be interested in β all thanks to this app. Changing the tone of the sound on ListenBook Pro adds a personalized touch to my audiobook experience. Adjustable playback speed and volume control make for a customized experience.
PixelPioneer
ListenBook's variety of ways to download audio makes it incredibly convenient. If you love stories but have a busy schedule, this app is your solution!
Bae
This app's user-friendly controls and sleek design have made audiobook listening a truly immersive journey. ListenBookβs playback speed control is very useful. I can listen at my own pace.
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