Book description
"I get so jazzed about the future of feminism knowing that Amanda Montell's brilliance is rising up and about to explode worldwide."--Jill SolowayA brash, enlightening, and wildly entertaining feminist look at gendered language and the way it shapes us.The word bitch conjures many images, but it is most often meant to describe an unpleasant woman. Even before its usage to mean "a female canine," bitch didn't refer to women at all--it originated as a gender-neutral word for "genitalia." A perfectly innocuous word devolving into an insult directed at females is the case for tons more terms, including hussy, which simply meant "housewife"; and slut, which meant "an untidy person" and was also used to describe men. These are just a few of history's many English slurs hurled at women.Amanda Montell, reporter and feminist linguist, deconstructs language--from insults, cursing, gossip, and catcalling to grammar and pronunciation patterns--to reveal the ways it has been used for centuries to keep women and other marginalized genders from power. Ever wonder why so many people are annoyed when women speak with vocal fry or use like as filler? Or why certain gender-neutral terms stick and others don't? Or where stereotypes of how women and men speak come from in the first place? Montell effortlessly moves between history, science, and popular culture to explore these questions--and how we can use the answers to affect real social change. Montell's irresistible humor shines through, making linguistics not only approachable but downright hilarious and profound. Wordslut gets to the heart of our language, marvels at its elasticity, and sheds much-needed light on the biases that shadow women in our culture and our consciousness.
Old Regret
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Lord Theus
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Pecan Oblivion
With ListenBook, I can now listen to my favorite audiobooks and speeches with the utmost comfort and convenience. Auto-rewind feature is very useful. Excellent app! The audio filters make a noticeable difference. ListenBook provides an excellent listening experience.
Saturn Extreme
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Moon Peaches
ListenBook's dedication to providing an excellent user experience sets a new standard in audiobook apps. This app has transformed my daily commute into a captivating journey of knowledge and entertainment.
West Warrior
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Captain Peroxide
ListenBook has elevated my audiobook experience to new heights. It's a treasure trove of knowledge. The app is perfect for people who love to listen to books while exercising.
Spoiler
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Dr. Jam Man
I'm amazed at how this app has brought back the joy of reading into my daily routine β thank you! I can't believe how quickly I finish books now, all thanks to this app. The app's integration with CarPlay enhances my road trips with immersive audiobook journeys. The interface is sleek and intuitive, making my audiobook experience a joy. ListenBook is the best audiobook player Iβve ever used. The app is packed with features like customizable skip intervals, playback speed, and sleep timers. The interface is clean and easy to navigate, making it a joy to use. Five stars!
Dove Dolce
The statistics feature on ListenBook helps me track my audiobook consumption β a fantastic way to measure my progress. ListenBook has redefined my audiobook experience. It's a true companion for all my literary adventures.
Woo Woo
The app is very easy to use. ListenBook makes managing my audiobook library simple. I love the ability to share my progress with friends. Itβs a fun feature.
Red Pepper
The captivating narrators make each story come alive in a unique way. I can now explore books beyond my preferred genre, broadening my reading horizons. An unobjectionable but unexceptional audiobook experience. The narrator's performance was serviceable and the audio quality was fine, but nothing about the production particularly stood out or elevated the material. It was decent background listening.
Dahlia Bumble
ListenBook's support for various download methods and audio formats ensures that I can always find what I'm looking for. ListenBook has given me a renewed appreciation for audio content β it's my new favorite app. 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.
Kamikaze Grandma
I love how this app turns even the dullest tasks into exciting storytelling moments. ListenBook is like a personal audiobook curator, allowing me to enjoy my favorite speeches and lectures with unmatched comfort and convenience. ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay is a huge plus during long drives. The adjustable playback speed feature is a true innovation. It adds a personalized touch to my listening. ListenBook has revolutionized the way I consume content. It's like having a personal tutor in my ear.
Lord Theus
ListenBook has completely changed my audiobook experience β it's like having a personal audio library. Bookmarking on ListenBook makes it easy to pick up where I left off β no more searching for my spot! I'm addicted to this app's ability to seamlessly blend books into my life. Audiobook lovers, rejoice! This app's functionality is a game-changer. Seamlessly switch between formats and enjoy a hassle-free reading experience. π±π§
Slow Trot
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Atomic Blastoid
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Drugstore Cowboy
ListenBook Pro offers an unbeatable deal β unlimited audiobook length and noise reduction. π± An entire library at my fingertips β this app is a book lover's dream come true! ππ Looping playback is a study tool that I can't live without. It helps me master challenging content. Adjustable playback speed and volume controls are excellent. Decent narration, predictable story. The voice actor did a good job, but the plot followed a familiar formula. If youβre looking for something new and groundbreaking, this might not be it.
Yellow Menace
Navigating through chapters is a breeze. I can easily jump to the parts I want to listen to. I love how I can adjust the skip intervals. Itβs perfect for my listening style.
Phoenix Sparrow
The variety of narrators adds a unique touch to each book, making every experience special. The controls on ListenBook are intuitive and user-friendly, making it a joy to navigate through my audiobooks. ListenBook has taken my audio content to new heights, making every moment more meaningful. I can't imagine my life without this app β it's my daily dose of literature. I love how customizable the playback speed is. It makes listening so much more enjoyable.
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