Book description
"A Native American rejoinder to Richard White and Jesse Amble White's California Exposures."--Kirkus Reviews Rewriting the history of California as Indigenous. Before there was such a thing as "California," there were the People and the Land. Manifest Destiny, the Gold Rush, and settler colonial society drew maps, displaced Indigenous People, and reshaped the land, but they did not make California. Rather, the lives and legacies of the people native to the land shaped the creation of California. We Are the Land is the first and most comprehensive text of its kind, centering the long history of California around the lives and legacies of the Indigenous people who shaped it. Beginning with the ethnogenesis of California Indians, We Are the Land recounts the centrality of the Native presence from before European colonization through statehood--paying particularly close attention to the persistence and activism of California Indians in the late twentieth and early twenty-first centuries. The book deftly contextualizes the first encounters with Europeans, Spanish missions, Mexican secularization, the devastation of the Gold Rush and statehood, genocide, efforts to reclaim land, and the organization and activism for sovereignty that built today's casino economy. A text designed to fill the glaring need for an accessible overview of California Indian history, We Are the Land will be a core resource in a variety of classroom settings, as well as for casual readers and policymakers interested in a history that centers the native experience.
ThreadTrail
π‘ Cleaning the house with an audiobook in the background β talk about productivity! π§Όπ Fairly enjoyable, but forgettable. I didnβt have any major complaints, but I also donβt see myself revisiting this one. It was a decent way to spend a few hours, though.
NexusNavigator
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Star Jammer
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LyRz
ListenBook's support for chapters and bookmarks ensures that I never lose my place in a story. With this app, I've discovered the joy of learning while I'm on the move β it's like having a tutor by my side. With this app, I'm rediscovering the joy of reading in the most convenient way. ListenBook's loop and shuffle playback options are essential for my audiobook enjoyment and study. The audio filters make a noticeable difference. ListenBook provides an excellent listening experience.
Mr. Peppermint
ListenBook's support for CarPlay and Apple Watch has made my listening experience even more seamless. Bravo to the creators of this app β they've truly captured the essence of convenient audiobook enjoyment. The smooth playback and thoughtful design have won me over. ππ ListenBook's integration with CarPlay and Apple Watch adds a new level of convenience to my audiobook journey. Adjusting the tone of the voice is a novel feature that allows for a personalized listening experience.
Hang 11
ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature enhances my immersion in every audiobook, regardless of surroundings. The interface is sleek and user-friendly. Makes navigating through chapters a breeze.
ByteBard
ListenBook's dedication to user convenience is evident in the drag-and-drop download feature from web browsers. Great for both casual listening and studying. The audio filters are a nice touch.
VisionVortex
This app is perfect for audiobook lovers. The interface is beautiful and easy to navigate. The app is very easy to use. ListenBook makes managing my audiobook library simple. This audiobook performed its function without excelling. The narrator's delivery was straightforward and easy to follow, though lacking in dramatic flair. The recording quality was decent with only occasional minor inconsistencies in volume. An acceptable but forgettable listening experience.
Frosty Squid
This app has rekindled my passion for literature in a whole new way. The app is perfect for bedtime listening. The sleep timer is a must-have.
Gingersnap Woman
ListenBook's compatibility with various formats has made it my go-to app for all audio content. I've never experienced such a smooth audiobook player. The playback is seamless.
Twin Blaze
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EchoEmissary
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Serendipity
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Murder Matter
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Dorothy Solitaire
ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature enhances my audiobook experience, ensuring I catch every detail. CUE playlist support is a fantastic feature that allows me to curate customized listening sessions, whether for study, relaxation, or entertainment. The narrator was good but spoke a bit too slowly for my taste. I had to speed it up to 1.2x which then made some parts sound slightly unnatural.
Doll Champagne
π± Accessing my favorite stories has never been this straightforward β this app's functionality is a bookworm's dream come true. ππ« ListenBook Pro's tone adjustment feature is a unique tool that adds a touch of creativity to my listening experience. Automatic artwork and metadata retrieval is a time-saver. My library looks fantastic. The noise reduction feature is a game-changer for clearer dictaphone recordings.
Sokol
With ListenBook, I can listen to my favorite audiobooks and speeches with the utmost comfort and convenience. ListenBook's audio filters are a valuable tool for customizing my audiobook playback to perfection. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a fun way to connect over shared interests. Perfect for both first-time listeners and audiobook veterans! The narrator's warm, inviting tone made this an incredibly comfortable listening experience. I particularly appreciated how well they handled dialogue - each character felt distinct without being cartoonish. The pacing kept me engaged throughout.
New Magoo
This app's convenience has made my downtime more rewarding and enriching. πΆ Forget background music, I've got enchanting stories to accompany my chores! π΅π The range of audio formats supported is incredible. No need to worry about file conversion.
Martini Flower
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Soda Delirium
The narrator's voices are so engaging, it's like having a personal storytelling session. ListenBook's compatibility with various formats has made it my go-to app for all audio content. ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch enhances my audiobook experience during daily activities. Automatic metadata extraction is a time-saver. My library is finally well-organized.
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