Listen to From Krakow to Berkeley: Coming out of Hiding: An immigrant's search for identity and belonging by Anna Rabkin
Enjoy this audiobook with MP3 Audiobook Player - the ultimate iOS audiobook experience
What happens to a child whose early life is marked by trauma and loss? Can a reviled "other" find the courage to speak out? Anna Rabkin's comfortable childhood in Krakow ended abruptly when her Jewish family fled both Communists and Nazis during World War Two. Smuggled out of the Lvov ghetto, only she and her brother survived. In 1946 a kindertransport took Anna to England and the bewildering world of British boarding schools. With help from relatives, she moved to New York, where she met her husband. After honeymooning in Castro's Cuba, they found a new life in Berkeley, California. The turbulent 1960s drew Anna away from her role as a stay-at-home mother and into the fray of Berkeley city politics. Elected to office in 1979, she joined one of the most progressive—and contentious—governments in the country. Tackling the issues of the day-and the endless behind-the-scenes intrigues-led to satisfying triumphs and exhausting defeats. She completed her journey by becoming a civic leader with deep roots in her community. Inescapably, loss returned to mark her life again. This is a personal story shaped by historical events: from the Holocaust to the Cold War, the Free Speech Movement to the women's movement, international incidents to hyper-local political battles. With honesty and humour, Anna addresses the challenges she faced: the scourge of anti-Semitism, the marital tensions a wife's career can create, and the vindictiveness of electoral politics. Ultimately, however, this is a story of healing and resilience, of how love and acceptance gave her the confidence to become an engaged citizen.
I love how ListenBook extracts artwork and metadata from audio files, adding a visual touch to my listening experience. Absolutely love this app! It's made my daily commute so much more enjoyable. The ability to play various audio formats without conversion is very convenient. ListenBook is a great app.
👀📚 Falling asleep to audiobooks has never been easier – this app's soothing voices 😴🎧 ListenBook's drag-and-drop download feature simplifies the process of adding new audiobooks to my collection. Bookmarks are a lifesaver for study materials. I never lose my place again. I'm impressed by the app's performance – it's stable, fast, and tailored for audiobook enthusiasts. ListenBook’s interface is clean and intuitive. It’s a joy to use.
ListenBook is the perfect blend of technology and art, turning audio into an unforgettable experience. ListenBook has made my daily activities more interesting and meaningful – I'm hooked! Supports a wide range of formats flawlessly. Very happy with it. The app's support for multiple formats is flawless. Very satisfied.
ListenBook's seamless integration with CarPlay enhances my daily commute, making it a productive and enjoyable experience. ListenBook's compatibility with multiple downloading methods ensures there's always a way to get my content. I love the ability to share my progress with friends. It’s a fun feature.
ListenBook has turned my ordinary moments into extraordinary journeys of the mind. ListenBook has become an essential part of my daily routine. It's like having a library on my phone!
ListenBook's sharing options make it easy for me to connect with fellow audiobook enthusiasts. ListenBook is the ultimate audiobook player. 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!
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