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Man Who Broke Reality, The

Niels Bohr and the Making of Modern Physics

by Philip Ball ...

Narrated by Philip Ball ...

Unabridged

14 hours 12 min

From the brilliant Philip Ball, a thrilling biography of Nobel Prize–winning Danish physicist Niels Bohr, the most radical quantum mechanician of all.In the first half of the twentieth century, the tremendous energy locked up in the nucleus of an atom was discovered and then liberated, bringing both the promise of utopia and the threat of apocalypse. The dawn of the nuclear age is often associated ... Read more

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From the brilliant Philip Ball, a thrilling biography of Nobel Prize–winning Danish physicist Niels Bohr, the most radical quantum mechanician of all.In the first half of the twentieth century, the tremendous energy locked up in the nucleus of an atom was discovered and then liberated, bringing both the promise of utopia and the threat of apocalypse. The dawn of the nuclear age is often associated
... Read more
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American Prometheus

The Triumph and Tragedy of J. Robert Oppenheimer

by Kai Bird, Martin J. Sherwin ...

Narrated by Jeff Cummings ...

Unabridged

26 hours 30 min

The inspiration for the major motion picture Oppenheimer, this is the definitive biography of J. Robert Oppenheimer, a brilliant physicist who led the effort to build the atomic bomb for his country in a time of war and who later found himself confronting the moral consequences of scientific progress.American Prometheus is the first full-scale biography of J. Robert Oppenheimer, “father of the ... Read more

$34.99 USD

The inspiration for the major motion picture Oppenheimer, this is the definitive biography of J. Robert Oppenheimer, a brilliant physicist who led the effort to build the atomic bomb for his country in a time of war and who later found himself confronting the moral consequences of scientific progress.American Prometheus is the first full-scale biography of J. Robert Oppenheimer, “father of the
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“Surely You’re Joking, Mr. Feynman!”

Adventures of a Curious Character

by Richard P. Feynman, Ralph Leighton ...

Narrated by Raymond Todd ...

Unabridged

11 hours 32 min

One of the most famous science books of our time, the phenomenal national bestseller that “buzzes with energy, anecdote and life. It almost makes you want to become a physicist” (Science Digest).Richard Feynman, one of the world’s greatest theoretical physicists, thrived on adventure. His outrageous exploits once shocked a Princeton dean’s wife to exclaim: “Surely you’re joking, Mr. Feynman!”In ... Read more

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One of the most famous science books of our time, the phenomenal national bestseller that “buzzes with energy, anecdote and life. It almost makes you want to become a physicist” (Science Digest).Richard Feynman, one of the world’s greatest theoretical physicists, thrived on adventure. His outrageous exploits once shocked a Princeton dean’s wife to exclaim: “Surely you’re joking, Mr. Feynman!”In
... Read more
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Fundamental

How quantum and particle physics explain absolutely everything (except gravity)

by Tim James ...

Narrated by Tim James ...

Unabridged

5 hours 1 min

Fundamental does for physics what Tim's first book, Elemental, does for chemistry: it demystifies the topic in his trademark humorous, engaging style, including the most recent developments in the field.At the start of the twentieth century, science appeared complete and the laws of nature were almost all discovered, but then we woke a sleeping giant - we discovered quantum mechanics.In the ... Read more

$24.99 USD

Fundamental does for physics what Tim's first book, Elemental, does for chemistry: it demystifies the topic in his trademark humorous, engaging style, including the most recent developments in the field.At the start of the twentieth century, science appeared complete and the laws of nature were almost all discovered, but then we woke a sleeping giant - we discovered quantum mechanics.In the
... Read more
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The Age of Radiance

The Epic Rise and Dramatic Fall of the Atomic Era

by Craig Nelson ...

Narrated by George Newbern ...

Unabridged

14 hours 40 min

“A thrilling, intense, and disturbing account of the atomic era, from the discovery of X-rays to the tragic meltdown of Japan’s Fukushima Daiichi nuclear power plant…Rich with powerful images and fraught with drama” (The Christian Science Monitor).When Marie Curie, Enrico Fermi, and Edward Teller forged the science of radioactivity, they began a revolution that ran from the nineteenth century ... Read more

$29.99 USD

“A thrilling, intense, and disturbing account of the atomic era, from the discovery of X-rays to the tragic meltdown of Japan’s Fukushima Daiichi nuclear power plant…Rich with powerful images and fraught with drama” (The Christian Science Monitor).When Marie Curie, Enrico Fermi, and Edward Teller forged the science of radioactivity, they began a revolution that ran from the nineteenth century
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Chasing Heisenberg

The Race for the Atom Bomb

by Michael Joseloff ...

Narrated by Malcolm Hillgartner ...

Unabridged

3 hours 23 min

Winner of the Paul Cowan Non-Fiction Award given by Peace Corps Worldwide.After a devastating run of German victories, Allied troops are beginning to halt Hitler’s advance. But far from the battlefields, Allied scientists are struggling.Intelligence reports put them a distant second behind the Germans in a competition that could determine the outcome of the war: the race to build the world’s first ... Read more

$28.99 USD

Winner of the Paul Cowan Non-Fiction Award given by Peace Corps Worldwide.After a devastating run of German victories, Allied troops are beginning to halt Hitler’s advance. But far from the battlefields, Allied scientists are struggling.Intelligence reports put them a distant second behind the Germans in a competition that could determine the outcome of the war: the race to build the world’s first
... Read more
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Quantum Physics for Beginners & Law of Attraction

The Ultimate Guide to Understanding the Fundamentals of Wave Theory, Quantum Computing, and the Mind-Blowing Discoveries that Will Revolutionize Your Life.

by Edwin Hines ...

Narrated by Digital Voice Mike G ...

Unabridged

1 hour 6 min

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Looking to explore the mysteries of the universe and the fascinating world of quantum physics?Look no further than Quantum Physics for Beginners!This comprehensive guide is perfect for people who are new to the subject and looking to expand their knowledge.With clear explanations and engaging examples, you'll discover the fundamental principles of ... Read more

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This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Looking to explore the mysteries of the universe and the fascinating world of quantum physics?Look no further than Quantum Physics for Beginners!This comprehensive guide is perfect for people who are new to the subject and looking to expand their knowledge.With clear explanations and engaging examples, you'll discover the fundamental principles of
... Read more
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Nuclear Physics for Kids: A Fun Guide to the Incredible Power Inside Tiny Atoms

by Emily Cartwright ...

Narrated by Emily Cartwright ...

Unabridged

1 hour 49 min

Spark your child's STEM curiosity with this playful, educational audio journey into the hidden microscopic universe. Perfect for family road trips or engaging afternoon listening, this friendly guide transforms complex science into a captivating, fear-free adventure.Empower future scientists to understand how tiny particles power everything from the pizza we eat to the stars in the sky. Using ... Read more

$9.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Spark your child's STEM curiosity with this playful, educational audio journey into the hidden microscopic universe. Perfect for family road trips or engaging afternoon listening, this friendly guide transforms complex science into a captivating, fear-free adventure.Empower future scientists to understand how tiny particles power everything from the pizza we eat to the stars in the sky. Using
... Read more
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Muchos mundos en uno

La busqueda de otros universos (The Search for Other Universes)

by Alex Vilenkin ...

Narrated by Jaime Collepardo ...

Unabridged

7 hours 18 min

Alex Vilenkin resume en este libro, de una forma amena y accesible, la historia de las investigaciones de los últimos cincuenta años en torno al origen y la evolución del universo. Vilenkin hace hincapié en dos teorías en las que es especialmente innovador: la inflación eterna del cosmos y la existencia de múltiples universos... en alguno de los cuales tal vez ahora nos hallemos replicados, ... Read more

$20.99 USD

Alex Vilenkin resume en este libro, de una forma amena y accesible, la historia de las investigaciones de los últimos cincuenta años en torno al origen y la evolución del universo. Vilenkin hace hincapié en dos teorías en las que es especialmente innovador: la inflación eterna del cosmos y la existencia de múltiples universos... en alguno de los cuales tal vez ahora nos hallemos replicados,
... Read more
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Why the Universe Exists

How particle physics unlocks the secrets of everything

by New Scientist ...

Narrated by Mark Elstob ...

Series series New Scientist Instant Expert
Unabridged

4 hours 54 min

Why The Universe Exists takes you deep into the world of particle physics to explore how the universe functions at the smallest scales.As you read this, billions of neutrinos from the sun are passing through your body, antimatter is sprouting from your dinner and the core of your being is a chaotic mess of particles known only as quarks and gluons.If the recent discovery of the Higgs Boson piqued ... Read more

$24.99 USD

Why The Universe Exists takes you deep into the world of particle physics to explore how the universe functions at the smallest scales.As you read this, billions of neutrinos from the sun are passing through your body, antimatter is sprouting from your dinner and the core of your being is a chaotic mess of particles known only as quarks and gluons.If the recent discovery of the Higgs Boson piqued
... Read more
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Brief History of Antimatter, A: The Mirror Image of Everything

by Robert Klein ...

Narrated by Robert Klein ...

Unabridged

1 hour 50 min

Solve a profound cosmic mystery in modern physics: a hidden mirror world where every particle has an explosive twin. Perfect for your morning commute or focused learning sessions, this mind-bending journey transforms complex quantum theory into an awe-inspiring adventure. Prepare to explore the fundamental building blocks of reality without getting bogged down by heavy mathematics.As you settle ... Read more

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Solve a profound cosmic mystery in modern physics: a hidden mirror world where every particle has an explosive twin. Perfect for your morning commute or focused learning sessions, this mind-bending journey transforms complex quantum theory into an awe-inspiring adventure. Prepare to explore the fundamental building blocks of reality without getting bogged down by heavy mathematics.As you settle
... Read more
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Atomic Alchemist, The

J. Robert Oppenheimer And The Birth of The Nuclear Age

by Davis Truman ...

Narrated by John Sullivan ...

Unabridged

1 hour 33 min

In "The Atomic Alchemist: J. Robert Oppenheimer and the Birth of the Nuclear Age," we embark on a captivating journey through the life and legacy of one of the most influential figures of the 20th century. This meticulously researched and thought-provoking book delves into the fascinating story of Oppenheimer's role in the development of the atomic bomb, the unprecedented power it unleashed, and ... Read more

$4.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

In "The Atomic Alchemist: J. Robert Oppenheimer and the Birth of the Nuclear Age," we embark on a captivating journey through the life and legacy of one of the most influential figures of the 20th century. This meticulously researched and thought-provoking book delves into the fascinating story of Oppenheimer's role in the development of the atomic bomb, the unprecedented power it unleashed, and
... Read more
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Modern Physics: Atoms and Nuclei

by N.B. Singh ...

Narrated by Digital Voice Mary G ...

Series Audiobook 7 - Physics
Unabridged

3 hours 24 min

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice."Modern Physics: Atoms and Nuclei" delves into the fundamental principles governing the intricate world of atoms and nuclei, exploring their structure, properties, and dynamic interactions. From the foundational concepts of quantum mechanics to the practical applications in nuclear technology and medicine, this comprehensive text illuminates the ... Read more

$2.10 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice."Modern Physics: Atoms and Nuclei" delves into the fundamental principles governing the intricate world of atoms and nuclei, exploring their structure, properties, and dynamic interactions. From the foundational concepts of quantum mechanics to the practical applications in nuclear technology and medicine, this comprehensive text illuminates the
... Read more
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Quantum Physics

What Everyone Needs to Know

by Michael G. Raymer ...

Narrated by Sean Runnette ...

Unabridged

9 hours 17 min

Around 1900, physicists started to discover particles like electrons, protons, and neutrons, and with these discoveries believed they could predict the internal behavior of the atom. However, once their predictions were compared to the results of experiments in the real world, it became clear that the principles of classical physics and mechanics were far from capable of explaining phenomena on ... Read more

$19.99 USD

Around 1900, physicists started to discover particles like electrons, protons, and neutrons, and with these discoveries believed they could predict the internal behavior of the atom. However, once their predictions were compared to the results of experiments in the real world, it became clear that the principles of classical physics and mechanics were far from capable of explaining phenomena on
... Read more
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Crush

Close Encounters with Gravity

by James Riordon ...

Narrated by Jon Vertullo ...

Unabridged

8 hours 34 min

Gravity is at once familiar and mysterious. It's the reason for the numbers on your bathroom scale, the intricate dance of the stars and planets, and the evolution and eventual fate of the universe. In Crush, James Riordon takes listeners on a tour of gravity from its vanishing insignificance on the microscopic scale to its crushing extreme inside black holes.From the moment we lift our heads as ... Read more

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Gravity is at once familiar and mysterious. It's the reason for the numbers on your bathroom scale, the intricate dance of the stars and planets, and the evolution and eventual fate of the universe. In Crush, James Riordon takes listeners on a tour of gravity from its vanishing insignificance on the microscopic scale to its crushing extreme inside black holes.From the moment we lift our heads as
... Read more
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Quantum Physics for Beginners: A Gentle, Visual Introduction to the Strange Rules That Govern Atoms, Time, and Reality

by Robert Langford ...

Narrated by Robert Langford ...

Unabridged

1 hour 56 min

Master the mind-expanding science of quantum physics and reshape your reality without solving a single equation. Perfect for a curious commute or a calm evening of learning, this story-driven journey transforms invisible subatomic mysteries into vivid mental pictures. You will effortlessly bridge the gap between everyday life and the bizarre rules governing space and time.Unwind as you intuitively ... Read more

$9.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Master the mind-expanding science of quantum physics and reshape your reality without solving a single equation. Perfect for a curious commute or a calm evening of learning, this story-driven journey transforms invisible subatomic mysteries into vivid mental pictures. You will effortlessly bridge the gap between everyday life and the bizarre rules governing space and time.Unwind as you intuitively
... Read more
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Frenchman Flat

The Rise and Fall of Atomic Bombs

by Jon Else ...

Narrated by Brian P. Craig ...

Unabridged

17 hours 41 min

A timely book for unstable times, Frenchman Flat recounts the science, politics, and human experience of those who developed nuclear weapons, suffered the consequences of their testing, and fought for and against arms control between the 1940s and 1990s. The throughline of this vast, complex story is a thirty-seven-kiloton atomic bomb dubbed "Priscilla" that was exploded above a custom-built mini ... Read more

$29.99 USD

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A timely book for unstable times, Frenchman Flat recounts the science, politics, and human experience of those who developed nuclear weapons, suffered the consequences of their testing, and fought for and against arms control between the 1940s and 1990s. The throughline of this vast, complex story is a thirty-seven-kiloton atomic bomb dubbed "Priscilla" that was exploded above a custom-built mini
... Read more
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Fantastic Numbers and Where to Find Them

A Cosmic Quest from Zero to Infinity

by Antonio Padilla ...

Narrated by Antonio Padilla ...

Unabridged

13 hours 53 min

**This program is read by the author.A fun, dazzling exploration of the strange numbers that illuminate the ultimate nature of reality.**For particularly brilliant theoretical physicists like James Clerk Maxwell, Paul Dirac, or Albert Einstein, the search for mathematical truths led to strange new understandings of the ultimate nature of reality. But what are these truths? What are the mysterious ... Read more

$28.99 USD

**This program is read by the author.A fun, dazzling exploration of the strange numbers that illuminate the ultimate nature of reality.**For particularly brilliant theoretical physicists like James Clerk Maxwell, Paul Dirac, or Albert Einstein, the search for mathematical truths led to strange new understandings of the ultimate nature of reality. But what are these truths? What are the mysterious
... Read more
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CERN and the Higgs Boson

The Global Quest for the Building Blocks of Reality

by James Gillies ...

Narrated by Dennis Kleinman ...

Series series Hot Science
Unabridged

4 hours 56 min

The Higgs boson is the rock star of fundamental particles, catapulting CERN, the laboratory where it was found, into global spotlight. But what is it, why does it matter, and what exactly is CERN? In the late 1940s, a handful of visionaries were working to steer Europe towards a more peaceful future through science, and CERN, the European particle physics laboratory, was duly born. James Gillies ... Read more

$24.99 USD

The Higgs boson is the rock star of fundamental particles, catapulting CERN, the laboratory where it was found, into global spotlight. But what is it, why does it matter, and what exactly is CERN? In the late 1940s, a handful of visionaries were working to steer Europe towards a more peaceful future through science, and CERN, the European particle physics laboratory, was duly born. James Gillies
... Read more
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Atoms for Beginners: A Simple Introduction to the Tiny Building Blocks of Everything

by Robert Klein ...

Narrated by Robert Klein ...

Unabridged

1 hour 48 min

Master the hidden science of matter with an accessible educational journey into the universe's tiniest building blocks. Leave intimidating jargon behind and embrace a gentle, awe-inspiring exploration of the microscopic mechanics that shape reality. It is the perfect companion to satisfy your deep curiosity during a morning commute or a relaxing evening walk.This reassuring guide translates ... Read more

$9.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Master the hidden science of matter with an accessible educational journey into the universe's tiniest building blocks. Leave intimidating jargon behind and embrace a gentle, awe-inspiring exploration of the microscopic mechanics that shape reality. It is the perfect companion to satisfy your deep curiosity during a morning commute or a relaxing evening walk.This reassuring guide translates
... Read more
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Quantum Mechanics Deep Study: A Complete Audio Masterclass From First Principles to Modern Applications

by Daniel Mercer ...

Narrated by Daniel Mercer ...

Unabridged

2 hours 5 min

Master quantum mechanics and advanced physics on your daily commute with this rigorous, first-principles audio course. Bridge the frustrating gap between watered-down pop science and impenetrable graduate textbooks without needing a chalkboard. Cultivate deep analytical focus as you translate abstract mathematical structures into concrete, operational reality.Whether you are prepping for rigorous ... Read more

$9.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Master quantum mechanics and advanced physics on your daily commute with this rigorous, first-principles audio course. Bridge the frustrating gap between watered-down pop science and impenetrable graduate textbooks without needing a chalkboard. Cultivate deep analytical focus as you translate abstract mathematical structures into concrete, operational reality.Whether you are prepping for rigorous
... Read more
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A Force of Nature

The Frontier Genius of Ernest Rutherford

by Richard Reeves ...

Narrated by Alex Hyde-White ...

Series series The Great Discoveries Series
Unabridged

5 hours 8 min

A new intellectual biography of Ernest Rutherford, the twentieth century’s greatest experimental physicist.Ernest Rutherford, who grew up in colonial New Zealand and came to Cambridge on a scholarship, made numerous revolutionary discoveries, among them the orbital structure of the atom and the concept of the “half-life” of radioactive materials, which led to a massive re-evaluation of the age of ... Read more

$14.95 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

A new intellectual biography of Ernest Rutherford, the twentieth century’s greatest experimental physicist.Ernest Rutherford, who grew up in colonial New Zealand and came to Cambridge on a scholarship, made numerous revolutionary discoveries, among them the orbital structure of the atom and the concept of the “half-life” of radioactive materials, which led to a massive re-evaluation of the age of
... Read more
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Introduction to Quantum Theory: A Gentle Guide to the Strange Rules That Govern Atoms, Particles, and the Nature of Reality

by Martin Schaefer ...

Narrated by Martin Schaefer ...

Unabridged

1 hour 50 min

Unlock the mind-bending secrets of quantum physics and the subatomic realm without touching a single complex equation. Perfect for an enlightening daily commute or a relaxing evening of intellectual discovery, this awe-inspiring journey translates dense scientific jargon into vivid, everyday analogies.Leave behind your common-sense expectations and step into a microscopic universe where particles ... Read more

$9.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Unlock the mind-bending secrets of quantum physics and the subatomic realm without touching a single complex equation. Perfect for an enlightening daily commute or a relaxing evening of intellectual discovery, this awe-inspiring journey translates dense scientific jargon into vivid, everyday analogies.Leave behind your common-sense expectations and step into a microscopic universe where particles
... Read more
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Introduction to Quantum Physics: A Friendly Beginner’s Guide to the Strange Rules of the Subatomic World

by Robert Lindstrom ...

Narrated by Robert Lindstrom ...

Unabridged

1 hour 52 min

Master the mind-bending physics of the subatomic universe without touching a single intimidating math equation. Perfect for a curious listener on a morning commute, this accessible science guide transforms complex theories into vivid, everyday stories. Dive into the invisible reality where the comfortable, classical rules of nature completely break down.Leave behind the frustration of dense ... Read more

$9.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Master the mind-bending physics of the subatomic universe without touching a single intimidating math equation. Perfect for a curious listener on a morning commute, this accessible science guide transforms complex theories into vivid, everyday stories. Dive into the invisible reality where the comfortable, classical rules of nature completely break down.Leave behind the frustration of dense
... Read more

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