Book description
"An important part of American history told with a clear-eyed and forceful brilliance." --National Book Award winner Jacqueline Woodson "We Refuse to Forget reminds readers, on damn near every page, that we are collectively experiencing a brilliance we've seldom seen or imagined...We Refuse to Forget is a new standard in book-making." --Kiese Laymon, author of the bestselling Heavy: An American Memoir A landmark work of untold American history that reshapes our understanding of identity, race, and belonging In We Refuse to Forget, award-winning journalist Caleb Gayle tells the extraordinary story of the Creek Nation, a Native tribe that two centuries ago both owned slaves and accepted Black people as full citizens. Thanks to the efforts of Creek leaders like Cow Tom, a Black Creek citizen who rose to become chief, the U.S. government recognized Creek citizenship in 1866 for its Black members. Yet this equality was shredded in the 1970s when tribal leaders revoked the citizenship of Black Creeks, even those who could trace their history back generations--even to Cow Tom himself. Why did this happen? How was the U.S. government involved? And what are Cow Tom's descendants and other Black Creeks doing to regain their citizenship? These are some of the questions that Gayle explores in this provocative examination of racial and ethnic identity. By delving into the history and interviewing Black Creeks who are fighting to have their citizenship reinstated, he lays bare the racism and greed at the heart of this story. We Refuse to Forget is an eye-opening account that challenges our preconceptions of identity as it shines new light on the long shadows of white supremacy and marginalization that continue to hamper progress for Black Americans.
Ba1t
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InsightfulInk
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Hog Butcher
This app has made reading a part of my lifestyle, no matter where I am. I love the auto-rewind feature. It’s great for when I zone out. An average audiobook experience. Nothing was wrong with it—the narration was fine, and the story was okay—but nothing particularly stood out. It served its purpose as entertainment during my commute.
Flint Cast-Iron
With ListenBook, every moment is an opportunity to explore new stories and gain knowledge. The detailed listening stats are fantastic. Helps me keep track of my progress. The audio quality is excellent, and the interface is intuitive. ListenBook is my go-to app for audiobooks.
Cupid Dust
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Nightmare King
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Blister
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The Howling Swede
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Parallax Sugar
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Ella of Light
I'm in awe of how this app has brought new dimensions to my reading experience. This app is a time-saver – I can 'read' even when I'm on the move. ListenBook has become my go-to audiobook app. It's dependable, user-friendly, and enhances every listening session.
WordWanderer
I appreciate how ListenBook offers various methods for downloading audio – it caters to different preferences. ListenBook has made my audiobook journey effortless, turning every moment into an escape. Audiobook immersion simplified – this app's ease of use is a true asset. From novels to speeches, this app's versatility in playing different formats has turned my ordinary moments into extraordinary listening sessions. 📱🔊 The app's support for multiple formats is flawless. Very satisfied.
MicroStar
Bookmarking on ListenBook makes it easy to pick up where I left off – no more searching for my spot! WiFi downloads save a lot of time. Great feature!
Pusher
💪 Flexing my reading muscles with this app's easy-to-use controls – I'm devouring books while managing my busy schedule. 💼📚 Bookmarking my favorite parts of audiobooks is now a breeze. Love this feature! ListenBook has made managing my audiobook collection a breeze. Library organization is top-notch.
Easy Sweep
ListenBook's sleek design and intuitive controls make it my go-to app for audiobooks. With this app, I can seamlessly switch between audiobooks and real life.
Diamond Gamer
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SkyGod
This app has introduced me to authors I'd never heard of – now they're my favorites! I never thought I'd enjoy audiobooks as much as I do now – all thanks to this app. Adjusting the tone of the voice is a unique feature that adds a personalized touch to the listening experience. Decent audiobook but I think I would have enjoyed reading it more. Some of the more subtle humor didn't quite land in the audio format.
ThoughtTrail
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Solitaire
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RiddleRover
The 'Continue Listening' feature ensures I never lose my place, no matter where I am. ListenBook's audio filters have given me the power to tailor my listening experience to my preferences.
Hex Panther
ListenBook's support for a wide range of formats means I can listen to all my favorite content without worries. 📱 It's like having a personal audiobook library at my fingertips! This app's functionality is a dream come true for book lovers. 📚🔥 Audiobook pleasure at its finest! This app's sleek design and efficient organization ensure that every story is accessible and delightful. 📚👌
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