Book description
From the moment European settlers reached these shores, the American apocalypse began. But Native Americans did not vanish. Apocalypse did not fully destroy them, and it doesn't have to destroy us. Pandemics and war, social turmoil and corrupt governments, natural disasters and environmental collapse--it's hard not to watch the signs of the times and feel afraid. But we can journey through that fear to find hope. With the warnings of a prophet and the lively voice of a storyteller, Choctaw elder and author of Ladder to the Light Steven Charleston speaks to all who sense apocalyptic dread rising around and within. You'd be hard pressed to find an apocalypse more total than the one Native America has confronted for more than four hundred years. Yet Charleston's ancestors are a case study in the liberating and hopeful survival of a spiritual community. How did Indigenous communities achieve the miracle of their own survival and live to tell the tale? What strategies did America's Indigenous people rely on that may help us to endure an apocalypse--or perhaps even prevent one from happening? Charleston points to four Indigenous prophets who helped their people learn strategies for surviving catastrophe: Ganiodaiio of the Seneca, Tenskwatawa of the Shawnee, Smohalla of the Wanapams, and Wovoka of the Paiute. Through gestures such as turning the culture upside down, finding a fixed place on which to stand, listening to what the earth is saying, and dancing a ghostly vision into being, these prophets helped their people survive. Charleston looks, too, at the Hopi people of the American Southwest, whose sacred stories tell them they were created for a purpose. These ancestors' words reach across centuries to help us live through apocalypse today with courage and dignity.
Dallas Burn
Being able to download audiobooks for offline listening is a game-changer. Audiobooks on this app have made my workouts more enjoyable and productive. No more interruptions – the auto-rewind feature is a genius solution for seamless listening.
PixelPilgrim
The minimalist interface and intuitive settings make for an amazing user experience. The ability to play various audio formats without conversion is amazing. ListenBook is top-notch.
Mental
Being able to adjust playback speed suits everyone's preferences – a thoughtful feature. ListenBook's thoughtful inclusion of chapters, controls, and filters has enhanced my audiobook experience. I’d listen to this narrator read anything! Their voice was so expressive and fitting for the material. The story itself was great, but the narration took it to the next level. Definitely a 5-star experience. Solid performance, but not outstanding. The narrator did a fine job, though their tone was a bit monotonous at times. The story itself was engaging enough, but I wouldn’t call it unforgettable.
Apex
ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a fantastic addition that enhances my audio experience. Audiobooks on the go – this app's design prioritizes convenience. ListenBook's drag-and-drop download feature simplifies the process of adding new audiobooks to my collection.
Dorothy Solitaire
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BloodEater
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Backstreet
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Demo Zero
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Drugstore Cowboy
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Feral Filly
ListenBook has become my go-to app for exploring a diverse range of audiobooks. It offers a wide array of features that cater to different preferences and needs. Tone adjustment is an innovative touch that adds a personal connection to the audiobook narration. It's like having a custom reading experience.
Iron Butterfly
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Universe Bullet
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Pockets
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Mud Finger
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Necessary Momentum
Absolutely love this app! It's made my daily commute so much more enjoyable. With support for various formats, I can finally listen to my diverse audiobook collection.
SWAT Honey
ListenBook's library organization and book groups have made managing my audiobooks a breeze. This app has made my workouts and chores so much more enjoyable.
Wrangler Jim
As a busy individual, I appreciate ListenBook's versatility in downloading audio files from various sources. It's a time-saver for sure! ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a game-changer. It enhances the audio quality and ensures that I can immerse myself fully in the content. ListenBook is the best audiobook player I’ve ever used. The app is reliable, fast, and packed with features like customizable themes and playback speed. The sleep timer is a lifesaver for bedtime listening. Great job, developers!
Spunky Comet
Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop and Sharing on ListenBook Pro is a feature I can't live without. ListenBook's dedication to excellence shines through in its performance and features. The automatic extraction of artwork and metadata keeps my audiobook library organized and visually appealing. ListenBook is a game-changer for audiobook lovers. The app supports all formats, and the import process is seamless. I love the playback history feature—it’s so easy to revisit my favorite parts. Highly recommend this app!
Starshine
Kudos to ListenBook for optimizing the app for iOS 16 – it shows their dedication to excellence. 🧘♀️☕ Savoring moments of tranquility with a cup of tea and captivating tales! 🍵📖 The app is so well-designed. It’s clear the developers put a lot of thought into it.
Chameleon
Accessing literary treasures has never been this straightforward – thank you, app! ListenBook's support for looping and shuffling playback adds versatility to my audiobook enjoyment. Automatic artwork and metadata retrieval is a time-saver. My library looks fantastic.
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