Book description
Why did no other ancient society produce something like the Bible? That a tiny, out of the way community could have created a literary corpus so determinative for peoples across the globe seems improbable. For Jacob Wright, the Bible is not only a testimony of survival, but also an unparalleled achievement in human history. Forged after Babylon's devastation of Jerusalem, it makes not victory but total humiliation the foundation of a new idea of belonging. Lamenting the destruction of their homeland, scribes who composed the Bible imagined a promise-filled past while reflecting deeply on abject failure. More than just religious scripture, the Bible began as a trailblazing blueprint for a new form of political community. Its response to catastrophe offers a powerful message of hope and restoration that is unique in the Ancient Near Eastern and Greco-Roman worlds. Wright's Bible is thus a social, political, and even economic roadmap - one that enabled a small and obscure community located on the periphery of leading civilizations and empires not just to come back from the brink, but ultimately to shape the world's destiny. The Bible speaks ultimately of being a united yet diverse people, and its pages present a manual of pragmatic survival strategies for communities confronting societal collapse.
Gunhawk
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Aqua Diva
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Black Firefly
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DreamWeaver
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ThoughtTrailblazer
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QuestQuill
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Con Mammoth
The app's customization options allow me to tailor the listening experience to my liking. ListenBook's loop and shuffle playback options are essential for my audiobook enjoyment and study.
2nd Hand Joe
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ThreadTraveler
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Alley Fiend
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Pepper Mouse
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Demand Chopper
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HighBomber
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Tootsie Killer
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Cool Whip
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RDTN
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Purity Catnip
Audiobooks have never been this engaging β this app takes them to the next level. The statistics tracking feature is very useful. ListenBook helps me keep track of my listening time.
Serendipity
I can't stop raving about this app β it's like having a personal library in my pocket. Sharing audiobooks through AirDrop is a great way to spread the joy of storytelling with friends.
Jester
This app has turned my daily routine into a source of excitement and joy. With ListenBook, I can listen to my favorite audiobooks and speeches with maximum comfort and convenience. Seamless integration of audiobooks β this app's ease of use is impressive.
Tse Tse Guy
π Who needs a dull commute when you can embark on literary journeys with this app? ππ ListenBook has become my gateway to new worlds, allowing me to explore stories, ideas, and knowledge. 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