Listen to Four White Horses and a Brass Band: True Confessions from the World of Medicine Shows, Pitchmen, Chumps, Suckers, Fixers, and Shills by Violet McNeal
Enjoy this audiobook with MP3 Audiobook Player - the ultimate iOS audiobook experience
Violet McNeal ran away from her family's rural Minnesota farm in the late 1880s and fell under the spell of conman and patent medicine "doctor" Will Archimbauld who hooked her on opium and promises of fame and fortune. Violet soon learned to become Princess Lotus Blossom and was the best pitchman, nostrum seller, and conwoman to roam the west in a torch-lit wagon. Four White Horses and a Brass Band is Violet's story of life on the road with the medicine show and reveal the secrets of conman's trade. Sick and nearly dead with addiction by age 30, she submits to the tortures of withdrawal and the "cure" to create a new life. First published in 1947, the Feral House edition features an extensive afterword on the history of the patent medicine trade and evolution of the lure of miracle cures and healers. Also included are a glossary of the grifter's cant and samples of scripts used by Violet and other infamous "doctors".
I can't believe how much I've 'read' since I started using this app. I'm grateful for this app – it's made reading a part of my everyday life. This app's simplicity has made me fall in love with books all over again. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a game-changer for immersive listening in any environment.
I've never been this excited about my daily commute – thank you, audiobooks! This is exactly what I look for in an audiobook! The narrator's pleasant voice and excellent diction made even complex passages easy to follow. I appreciated the subtle but effective use of pauses and emphasis that added depth to the listening experience. Finished it in record time because I couldn't stop listening.
This app has added a touch of magic to my mundane moments – I'm forever grateful. With this app, I'm experiencing the joy of reading in a whole new light. Seamless audiobook integration – this app's design is a true delight. ListenBook is my constant companion during workouts. The controls are so easy to use. With ListenBook Pro, I can enjoy super long audiobooks. It's fantastic!
This app has turned my gym sessions into immersive storytelling experiences – time flies by! ListenBook's interface is so intuitive. I was up and running in no time. ListenBook has become an essential part of my day, enhancing my commute and allowing me to enjoy audiobooks like never before. Tone adjustment is a thoughtful addition that adds a personal touch to the audiobook narration. It's like having a narrator tailor their voice to my preferences. I'm amazed by the app's compatibility with different audio formats. It's truly versatile.
ListenBook's user-friendly interface and quick controls make it my preferred choice for audiobook enjoyment. Downloading audiobooks over WiFi is super easy. Saves time.
Who needs traditional books when you have this app? It's a game-changer. ListenBook has made audiobook listening a personalized and enriching journey. Discovering new worlds through audiobooks has never been easier! This app's intuitive interface and seamless functionality make every listening session a delight. 📚🎧 Supports all my playlists and bookmarks seamlessly. Very convenient. Packed with useful features. ListenBook is my favorite audiobook app.
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