Book description
A memoir of one young man's coming-of-age on a cross-country trek--told through the stories of the people of all ages, races, and inclinations he meets along the highways of America. At twenty-three, Andrew Forsthoefel walked out the back door of his home in Chadds Ford, Pennsylvania, with a backpack, an audio recorder, his copies of Whitman and Rilke, and a sign that read walking to listen. He had just graduated from Middlebury College and was ready to begin his adult life, but he didn't know how. So he decided he'd walk. And listen. It would be a cross-country quest for guidance, and everyone he met would be his guide. Walking toward the Pacific, he faced an Appalachian winter and a Mojave summer. He met beasts inside: fear, loneliness, doubt. But he also encountered incredible kindness from strangers. Thousands shared their stories with him, sometimes confiding their prejudices, too. Often he didn't know how to respond. How to find unity in diversity? How to stay connected, even as fear works to tear us apart? He listened for answers to these questions, and to the existential questions every human must face, and began to find that the answer might be in listening itself. Ultimately, it's the stories of others living all along the roads of America that carry this journey and sing out in a hopeful, heartfelt book about how a life is made, and how our nation defines itself at the most human level.
Lady Q
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Deano
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NightWonka
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Demand Chopper
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DreadSherX
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Zero Charisma
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Dance Bloom
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Metal Star
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Old Man Winter
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Scrapper
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Scrapper
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Romance Princess
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Stealth
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Martini Flower
The quality of the audio is top-notch, making the experience truly immersive. Looping playback is my favorite feature. It's perfect for revisiting complex content. Tone adjustment is an innovative touch that adds a personal connection to the audiobook narration. It's like having a custom reading experience.
101
Simplifying audiobook adventures β this app's ease of use is a delight. The auto-rewind feature after interruptions is a small thing that makes a big difference. Adjustable playback speed is my secret weapon for covering more material in less time. A productivity boost! ListenBook's versatility with various audio formats means I can enjoy audiobooks from multiple sources effortlessly. Auto-rewind is a brilliant feature. Never lose track of where I left off.
Beo
With this app, I can devour books like never before β it's incredibly efficient. The statistics feature is brilliant. I love seeing how much time I spend on audiobooks with ListenBook. Great app for audiobook enthusiasts. ListenBook supports a wide range of formats.
Thumb Candy
ListenBook's support for playlists in CUE format is a thoughtful touch I appreciate. ListenBook's versatility and user-friendly interface make it a must-have for audiobook lovers. ListenBook has become my constant companion, filling my days with captivating narratives. This app's seamless integration with CarPlay and other devices has revolutionized my audiobook experience. I can't get enough of this app's user-friendly interface β it's a true delight.
M8deUp
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Poppin Loot
ListenBook's support for various audio formats means I never have to worry about compatibility issues. π± Carrying my favorite stories with me wherever I go β this app is like a portable library in my pocket. ππ π± It's like having a personal audiobook library at my fingertips! This app's functionality is a dream come true for book lovers. ππ₯ CUE playlist support is a rare gem. Perfect for organizing content efficiently.
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