Listen to Cimarron: Freedom and Masquerade by Charles Freger
Enjoy this audiobook with MP3 Audiobook Player - the ultimate iOS audiobook experience
This series of extraordinary photographic portraits by Charles Fréger brings to life the vivid costumes used in festivals by the descendants of African slaves in America. All across the Americas, from the sixteenth century onwards, enslaved Africans escaped their captors and struck out on their own. These runaways established their own communities or joined with indigenous peoples to forge new identities. Cimarrón, borrowing a Spanish-American term for these fugitive former slaves, is a new series of photographic portraits of their descendants by acclaimed photographer Charles Fréger, whose work is defining a new genre of documentary photography. From Brazil, Colombia, the Caribbean islands, Central America, and as far as the southern United States, elaborate masquerades are staged that celebrate and keep alive the history and memory of African slaves and their creole or mixed-race descendants. Unique photographs of people in dynamic costumes from remote regions of the world will enthrall followers of social history, ethnic folklore, and unusual fashion experimentation. Vividly colored silks and cottons combine with woven fibers, leaves, feathers, and body paint; props include emblems of slavery and slave masters- ropes, sticks, guns, and machetes. These photographs, supplemented with texts by specialists in social anthropology to provide ethnographic and historical context, record real people whose collective sense of memory, folk history, and imagination dramatically challenge our expectations.
As a visually impaired person, this app has opened up a new world of stories for me. This app has brought storytelling into every corner of my life – it's incredible. This app's convenience and ease of use have transformed my screen time into productive learning sessions. Effortlessly managing my audiobook library – this app's design is commendable.
I've started reading more books than ever before, all thanks to this app. ListenBook's comprehensive support for a wide range of audio formats sets it apart from other audiobook apps. I can't imagine my life without this app – it's my constant companion for literary adventures. Absolutely loved the narration! The voice actor brought the characters to life with distinct tones and emotions. The production quality was top-notch, with no background noise or distractions. A truly immersive experience!
I'm addicted to this app's seamless performance and impressive library. ListenBook has transformed my daily activities into opportunities for learning and enjoyment. The app’s design is sleek and modern. ListenBook is my favorite audiobook player.
Audiobooks have become a part of my self-care routine, thanks to this app. This app's seamless integration with CarPlay and other devices has revolutionized my audiobook experience. 🧘♀️☕ Unwinding with a cup of tea and a captivating audiobook – relaxation meets intellectual stimulation. 🍵📖 Love the download options. ListenBook gives me so many ways to get my audiobooks onto my device.
ListenBook's user-friendly design and compatibility with different formats have made it my go-to app. This app's compatibility with different formats ensures that I never miss out on a great audiobook.
I'm finally making progress on my reading goals, thanks to this app's convenience. ListenBook's support for CarPlay and Apple Watch integration has made multitasking with audio content a breeze.
Plays MP3, MP4, OPUS, OGG, FLAC, AWB, M4B, M4A, WMA, AAC formats
Optimized for iPhone, iPad, and iPod with seamless integration
Adjust playback speed from 0.5x to 3.0x for your listening preference
Import audiobooks via iTunes, cloud services, or direct downloads
Get your favorite audiobooks in supported formats from various sources
Import audiobooks to MP3 Audiobook Player using multiple methods
Control playback from your device, headphones, Apple Watch, or CarPlay
Join thousands of users who enjoy audiobooks with MP3 Audiobook Player daily
Download Now