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Man Who Broke Reality, The

Niels Bohr and the Making of Modern Physics

de Philip Ball ...

Narrado por Philip Ball ...

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14 hora 12 minutos

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 ... Leer más

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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
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American Prometheus

The Triumph and Tragedy of J. Robert Oppenheimer

de Kai Bird, Martin J. Sherwin ...

Narrado por Jeff Cummings ...

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26 hora 30 minutos

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 ... Leer más

$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

de Richard P. Feynman, Ralph Leighton ...

Narrado por Raymond Todd ...

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11 hora 32 minutos

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 ... Leer más

$20.99 USD

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
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Fundamental

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

de Tim James ...

Narrado por Tim James ...

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5 hora 1 minutos

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 ... Leer más

$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
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The Age of Radiance

The Epic Rise and Dramatic Fall of the Atomic Era

de Craig Nelson ...

Narrado por George Newbern ...

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14 hora 40 minutos

“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 ... Leer más

$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

de Michael Joseloff ...

Narrado por Malcolm Hillgartner ...

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3 hora 23 minutos

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 ... Leer más

$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
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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.

de Edwin Hines ...

Narrado por Digital Voice Mike G ...

Completo

1 horas 6 minutos

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 ... Leer más

$9.99 USD o gratis con Kobo Plus

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
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Nuclear Physics for Kids: A Fun Guide to the Incredible Power Inside Tiny Atoms

de Emily Cartwright ...

Narrado por Emily Cartwright ...

Completo

1 horas 49 minutos

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 ... Leer más

$9.99 USD o gratis con 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
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Muchos mundos en uno

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

de Alex Vilenkin ...

Narrado por Jaime Collepardo ...

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7 hora 18 minutos

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, ... Leer más

$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,
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Why the Universe Exists

How particle physics unlocks the secrets of everything

de New Scientist ...

Narrado por Mark Elstob ...

Series series New Scientist Instant Expert
Completo

4 hora 54 minutos

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 ... Leer más

$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
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Brief History of Antimatter, A: The Mirror Image of Everything

de Robert Klein ...

Narrado por Robert Klein ...

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1 horas 50 minutos

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 ... Leer más

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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
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Atomic Alchemist, The

J. Robert Oppenheimer And The Birth of The Nuclear Age

de Davis Truman ...

Narrado por John Sullivan ...

Completo

1 horas 33 minutos

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 ... Leer más

$4.99 USD o gratis con 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
... Leer más
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Modern Physics: Atoms and Nuclei

de N.B. Singh ...

Narrado por Digital Voice Mary G ...

Series Audiolibro 7 - Physics
Completo

3 hora 24 minutos

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 ... Leer más

$2.10 USD o gratis con 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
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Nuclear Fusion

The Race to Build a Mini-Sun on Earth

de Sharon Ann Holgate ...

Narrado por Lorna Bennett ...

Series series Hot Science
Completo

5 hora 22 minutos

Since the 1950s, scientists have attempted to harness nuclear fusion—the process that creates the Sun's energy—to generate near-limitless amounts of electricity. But the fact that we still have no fusion power plants is testament to the complexities of the challenge. Now, the deepening climate crisis means that researchers around the world are in a race to create a mini-Sun here on Earth. The ... Leer más

$24.99 USD

Since the 1950s, scientists have attempted to harness nuclear fusion—the process that creates the Sun's energy—to generate near-limitless amounts of electricity. But the fact that we still have no fusion power plants is testament to the complexities of the challenge. Now, the deepening climate crisis means that researchers around the world are in a race to create a mini-Sun here on Earth. The
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The Short Story of the Universe

A Pocket Guide to the History, Structure, Theories and Building Blocks of the Cosmos

de Gemma Lavender, Mark Fletcher ...

Narrado por Debra Michaels, Justin Avoth ...

Completo

4 hora 36 minutos

The Short Story of the Universe is a new introduction to the subject of the universe. Covering 130 key components that make it up - from dwarf galaxies and spiral arms to red giants and the planets of the solar sytem - and linking these to the universe's structure and the theories that help us understand it, this book simplifies this riveting yet mind-boggling subject, telling the story of how it ... Leer más

$31.99 USD

The Short Story of the Universe is a new introduction to the subject of the universe. Covering 130 key components that make it up - from dwarf galaxies and spiral arms to red giants and the planets of the solar sytem - and linking these to the universe's structure and the theories that help us understand it, this book simplifies this riveting yet mind-boggling subject, telling the story of how it
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Black Holes

Going to Extremes

de Scientific American ...

Narrado por Alex Boyles ...

Completo

5 hora 37 minutos

Once dismissed as a mathematical curiosity, black holes are so strange they almost defy belief. Since their existence was confirmed, research into the nature of black holes has opened up new vistas in physics. In this audiobook, we examine some of the most fascinating discoveries about black hole formation and behavior, the new and evolving research in gravitational wave astronomy, theoretical ... Leer más

$16.95 USD o gratis con Kobo Plus

Once dismissed as a mathematical curiosity, black holes are so strange they almost defy belief. Since their existence was confirmed, research into the nature of black holes has opened up new vistas in physics. In this audiobook, we examine some of the most fascinating discoveries about black hole formation and behavior, the new and evolving research in gravitational wave astronomy, theoretical
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Das Atomzeitalter

de Klaus Kamphausen ...

Narrado por Achim Höppner ...

Series series Road University
Abreviado

54 minutos

Die Dokumentation zeichnet den Weg der Wissenschaftler, Generäle und Politiker, von Otto Hahns erster Kernspaltung, von Einsteins Brief an Präsident Roosevelt, die "A"- und "H"-Bombentests bis zur Katastrophe von Tschernobyl. 6. August 1945, 8 Uhr, 15 Minuten und 17 Sekunden: über Hiroshima wird die erste Atombombe abgeworfen. Der Mensch hat das Tor zur Hölle aufgestoßen: eine Stadt verglüht in ... Leer más

$10.99 USD o gratis con Kobo Plus

Die Dokumentation zeichnet den Weg der Wissenschaftler, Generäle und Politiker, von Otto Hahns erster Kernspaltung, von Einsteins Brief an Präsident Roosevelt, die "A"- und "H"-Bombentests bis zur Katastrophe von Tschernobyl. 6. August 1945, 8 Uhr, 15 Minuten und 17 Sekunden: über Hiroshima wird die erste Atombombe abgeworfen. Der Mensch hat das Tor zur Hölle aufgestoßen: eine Stadt verglüht in
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Hydrogen for Beginners: A Simple Introduction to the Lightest Element in the Universe

de Adrian Holcombe ...

Narrado por Adrian Holcombe ...

Completo

1 horas 43 minutos

Master the secrets of the universe’s most abundant element through accessible, jargon-free popular science. Whether you are powering through your morning commute or enjoying a relaxing walk, this mind-expanding audio journey transforms complex chemistry into captivating everyday analogies. Discover how a single proton and electron shaped the galaxies, ancient starlight, and the very water ... Leer más

$9.99 USD o gratis con Kobo Plus

Master the secrets of the universe’s most abundant element through accessible, jargon-free popular science. Whether you are powering through your morning commute or enjoying a relaxing walk, this mind-expanding audio journey transforms complex chemistry into captivating everyday analogies. Discover how a single proton and electron shaped the galaxies, ancient starlight, and the very water
... Leer más
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Quantum Physics

What Everyone Needs to Know

de Michael G. Raymer ...

Narrado por Sean Runnette ...

Completo

9 hora 17 minutos

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 ... Leer más

$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
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Crush

Close Encounters with Gravity

de James Riordon ...

Narrado por Jon Vertullo ...

Completo

8 hora 34 minutos

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 ... Leer más

$20.99 USD o gratis con Kobo Plus

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
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Quantum Physics for Beginners: A Gentle, Visual Introduction to the Strange Rules That Govern Atoms, Time, and Reality

de Robert Langford ...

Narrado por Robert Langford ...

Completo

1 horas 56 minutos

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 ... Leer más

$9.99 USD o gratis con 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
... Leer más
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Frenchman Flat

The Rise and Fall of Atomic Bombs

de Jon Else ...

Narrado por Brian P. Craig ...

Completo

17 hora 41 minutos

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 ... Leer más

$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
... Leer más
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Fantastic Numbers and Where to Find Them

A Cosmic Quest from Zero to Infinity

de Antonio Padilla ...

Narrado por Antonio Padilla ...

Completo

13 hora 53 minutos

**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 ... Leer más

$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
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CERN and the Higgs Boson

The Global Quest for the Building Blocks of Reality

de James Gillies ...

Narrado por Dennis Kleinman ...

Series series Hot Science
Completo

4 hora 56 minutos

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 ... Leer más

$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
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