Book description
NATIONAL BOOK AWARD FINALIST A subtle psychological portrait of the author's relationship with his father during the twentieth-century battle for Palestinian human rights. Aziz Shehadeh was many things: lawyer, activist, and political detainee, he was also the father of bestselling author and activist Raja. In this new and searingly personal memoir, Raja Shehadeh unpicks the snags and complexities of their relationship. A vocal and fearless opponent, Aziz resists under the British mandatory period, then under Jordan, and, finally, under Israel. As a young man, Raja fails to recognize his father's courage and, in turn, his father does not appreciate Raja's own efforts in campaigning for Palestinian human rights. When Aziz is murdered in 1985, it changes Raja irrevocably. This is not only the story of the battle against the various oppressors of the Palestinians, but a moving portrait of a particular father and son relationship.
Queen Ginger
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RoarSweetie
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NightDream
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West Warrior
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FlyGuardX
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Feral Mayhem
I've become a more empathetic listener thanks to the emotional depth of audiobooks. Configurable auto-rewind is genius. No more confusion when I pause and resume.
Feral Filly
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Killah Goose
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Lucky Aurora
Being able to customize the listening duration is perfect for quick breaks. I can't get enough of this app's user-friendly interface – it's a true delight. Audiobook excellence simplified – this app's functionality is a true delight. Kudos to the developers for crafting an app that understands readers' needs. The smooth playback and sleek design are pure perfection. 📚👏 ListenBook has breathed new life into my audiobook collection. I can't imagine using anything else.
MindfulMingle
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ThoughtTracer
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InsightfulInk
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Pop Bee
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MythMaker
I've discovered authors I'd never heard of before, and now they're among my favorites. I'm blown away by ListenBook's ability to maintain audio quality even for formats like FLAC and AWB. With this app, my daily commute has transformed into an engaging journey through captivating stories. I'm addicted to this app's ability to seamlessly blend books into my life. I can't imagine my life without this app – it's my daily dose of literature.
Lope Lope
The ability to switch between devices seamlessly is a game-changer for busy readers. I can't believe how easily this app has fit into my daily routine. Navigating through chapters is a breeze. It's like the app knows what I need. Noise reduction on ListenBook Pro is a revelation. It elevates the audio quality to a new level. A decent listen overall. The narration was clear, though some character voices sounded similar. The story was interesting but had moments where it dragged slightly. Still, it was a good way to pass the time.
Canary Apple Red
I love how this app makes my daily commute a journey through literature. 💼 Making work hours fly by with captivating stories – a true work-life balance! 💻📖 ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a game-changer. It enhances the clarity of recordings and makes my listening sessions more enjoyable.
Pocket Mazda
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Hang 11
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Granola Dove
Navigating audiobooks seamlessly – this app's design is a true winner. The app is perfect for people who love to multitask. I can listen while cooking.
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