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The Weather Detective

Rediscovering Nature's Secret Signs

by Peter Wohlleben ...

Narrated by Nicholas Guy Smith ...

Unabridged

6 hours 11 min

The internationally bestselling author of The Hidden Life of Trees shows how we can decipher nature's secret signs by studying the weather.The internationally bestselling author of The Hidden Life of Trees shows how we can decipher nature's secret signs by studying the weather.In this first-ever English translation of The Weather Detective, Peter Wohlleben uses his long experience and deep love of ... Read more

$15.00 USD

The internationally bestselling author of The Hidden Life of Trees shows how we can decipher nature's secret signs by studying the weather.The internationally bestselling author of The Hidden Life of Trees shows how we can decipher nature's secret signs by studying the weather.In this first-ever English translation of The Weather Detective, Peter Wohlleben uses his long experience and deep love of
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Where Are the Little Green Men?

The Adair Hypothesis

by Terry Adair ...

Narrated by AI Voice David Montgomery ...

Unabridged

3 hours 16 min

This audiobook is narrated by an AI Voice. In a universe teeming with trillions of planets, why is there no evidence of other technological civilizations? Enrico Fermi’s famous paradox has puzzled scientists for decades. In Where Are the Little Green Men?, Terry Adair offers a bold, rigorous answer: The Adair Hypothesis.Life may be common—but civilization is not. Advanced technology demands more ... Read more

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This audiobook is narrated by an AI Voice. In a universe teeming with trillions of planets, why is there no evidence of other technological civilizations? Enrico Fermi’s famous paradox has puzzled scientists for decades. In Where Are the Little Green Men?, Terry Adair offers a bold, rigorous answer: The Adair Hypothesis.Life may be common—but civilization is not. Advanced technology demands more
... Read more
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The New Guys

The Historic Class of Astronauts That Broke Barriers and Changed the Face of Space Travel

by Meredith Bagby ...

Narrated by Meredith Bagby, January LaVoy ...

Unabridged

16 hours 49 min

The never-before-told story of NASA’s 1978 astronaut class, which included the first American women, the first African Americans, the first Asian American, and the first gay person to fly to space. With the exclusive participation of the astronauts who were there, this is the thrilling, behind-the-scenes saga of a new generation that transformed space explorationThe story of NASA’s Astronaut Class ... Read more

$39.99 USD

The never-before-told story of NASA’s 1978 astronaut class, which included the first American women, the first African Americans, the first Asian American, and the first gay person to fly to space. With the exclusive participation of the astronauts who were there, this is the thrilling, behind-the-scenes saga of a new generation that transformed space explorationThe story of NASA’s Astronaut Class
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Microscopes for Beginners: A Beginner's Guide to the Tools That Reveal the Invisible

by Michael Hartmann ...

Narrated by Michael Hartmann ...

Unabridged

1 hour 47 min

Unlock the hidden microscopic universe of biology and turn everyday curiosity into a thrilling hands-on STEM hobby. Whether you are seeking an inspiring educational listen for your daily commute or prepping for a relaxed weekend project at the kitchen table, this beginner-friendly guide makes scientific observation incredibly accessible.Step away from heavy math and intimidating lab jargon to ... Read more

$9.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Unlock the hidden microscopic universe of biology and turn everyday curiosity into a thrilling hands-on STEM hobby. Whether you are seeking an inspiring educational listen for your daily commute or prepping for a relaxed weekend project at the kitchen table, this beginner-friendly guide makes scientific observation incredibly accessible.Step away from heavy math and intimidating lab jargon to
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The Star Builders

Nuclear Fusion and the Race to Power the Planet

by Arthur Turrell ...

Narrated by Arthur Turrell ...

Unabridged

7 hours 13 min

From a young, award-winning scientist, a “thoughtful and illuminating” (Nature) look at one of the most compelling and historic turning points of our time—the race to harness the power of the stars and produce controlled fusion, creating a practically unlimited supply of clean energy.The most important energy-making process in the universe takes place inside stars. The ability to duplicate that ... Read more

$19.99 USD

From a young, award-winning scientist, a “thoughtful and illuminating” (Nature) look at one of the most compelling and historic turning points of our time—the race to harness the power of the stars and produce controlled fusion, creating a practically unlimited supply of clean energy.The most important energy-making process in the universe takes place inside stars. The ability to duplicate that
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On the Origin of the Deadliest Pandemic in 100 Years

An Investigation

by Elaine Dewar ...

Narrated by Teri Schnaubelt ...

Unabridged

13 hours 39 min

When the first TV newscast described a SARS-like flu affecting a distant Chinese metropolis, investigative journalist Elaine Dewar started asking questions: Was SARS-CoV-2 something that came from nature, as leading scientists insisted, or did it come from a lab, and what role might controversial experiments have played in its development? Why was Wuhan the pandemic's ground zero—and why, on the ... Read more

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When the first TV newscast described a SARS-like flu affecting a distant Chinese metropolis, investigative journalist Elaine Dewar started asking questions: Was SARS-CoV-2 something that came from nature, as leading scientists insisted, or did it come from a lab, and what role might controversial experiments have played in its development? Why was Wuhan the pandemic's ground zero—and why, on the
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Subjected to Science

Human Experimentation in America before the Second World War

by Susan E. Lederer ...

Narrated by Lisa S. Ware ...

Unabridged

7 hours 19 min

The first full-length history of biomedical research with human subjects in the period "before Tuskegee"—from 1890 to 1940Long before the U.S. government began conducting secret radiation and germ-warfare experiments, and long before the Tuskegee syphilis experiments, medical professionals had introduced—and hotly debated the ethics of—the use of human subjects in medical experiments. In Subjected ... Read more

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The first full-length history of biomedical research with human subjects in the period "before Tuskegee"—from 1890 to 1940Long before the U.S. government began conducting secret radiation and germ-warfare experiments, and long before the Tuskegee syphilis experiments, medical professionals had introduced—and hotly debated the ethics of—the use of human subjects in medical experiments. In Subjected
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Surprising Science Facts: 100 Mind-Bending Discoveries That Will Change How You See Everyday Life

by Emma Carstairs ...

Narrated by Emma Carstairs ...

Unabridged

2 hours 10 min

Reveal the hidden science shaping your daily routine with mind-bending educational trivia that transforms reality. Whether you are battling a morning traffic jam or enjoying a quiet evening walk, these fascinating facts turn ordinary moments into extraordinary cosmic revelations.Forget dry equations and boring textbooks; this playful audio journey is designed for curious minds eager to learn ... Read more

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Reveal the hidden science shaping your daily routine with mind-bending educational trivia that transforms reality. Whether you are battling a morning traffic jam or enjoying a quiet evening walk, these fascinating facts turn ordinary moments into extraordinary cosmic revelations.Forget dry equations and boring textbooks; this playful audio journey is designed for curious minds eager to learn
... Read more
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THE ATOM AND THE BOHR THEORY OF ITS STRUCTURE

by HELGE HOLST ...

Unabridged

6 hours 11 min

The Atom and the Bohr Theory of Its Structure by Helge Holst is a captivating exploration of one of the most fundamental concepts in modern physics, brought to life through this audiobook edition. Holst’s work takes listeners on a journey into the microscopic world of atoms, unraveling the revolutionary ideas of Niels Bohr and his pioneering atomic model. Through clear explanations and vivid ... Read more

$0.99 USD

The Atom and the Bohr Theory of Its Structure by Helge Holst is a captivating exploration of one of the most fundamental concepts in modern physics, brought to life through this audiobook edition. Holst’s work takes listeners on a journey into the microscopic world of atoms, unraveling the revolutionary ideas of Niels Bohr and his pioneering atomic model. Through clear explanations and vivid
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In the Name of Science

by Ron B Knight ...

Narrated by Ron B Knight ...

Unabridged

11 min

A slippery reality farce based on following the money, an independent research facility with no particular disciplinary focus and no public sector grant money or foundation funding is doing its best to "sound kosher", let alone keep the operations flowing. An overworked lab sciences foundation director has been working tirelessly to keep funding coming in to the aging, if not otherwise obsolete, ... Read more

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A slippery reality farce based on following the money, an independent research facility with no particular disciplinary focus and no public sector grant money or foundation funding is doing its best to "sound kosher", let alone keep the operations flowing. An overworked lab sciences foundation director has been working tirelessly to keep funding coming in to the aging, if not otherwise obsolete,
... Read more
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Estudiando la química del cannabis: métodos de extracción de cannabinoides

by Pharmacology University ...

Narrated by Melissa Tercero ...

Unabridged

1 hour 9 min

En este increíble audiolibro, te invitamos a conocer los diferentes métodos de extracción y análisis de los principales cannabinoides para el uso de derivados en la industria del cannabis.En la actualidad, se han aislado alrededor de 113 compuestos de la especie Cannabis sativa, entre los más importantes, se encuentra el tetrahidrocannabinol (Δ9-THC) y el cannabidiol (CBD). Estos fitocannabinoides ... Read more

$9.99 USD

En este increíble audiolibro, te invitamos a conocer los diferentes métodos de extracción y análisis de los principales cannabinoides para el uso de derivados en la industria del cannabis.En la actualidad, se han aislado alrededor de 113 compuestos de la especie Cannabis sativa, entre los más importantes, se encuentra el tetrahidrocannabinol (Δ9-THC) y el cannabidiol (CBD). Estos fitocannabinoides
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Biopunk

Solving Biotech’s Biggest Problems in Kitchens and Garages

by Marcus Wohlsen ...

Narrated by Richard Powers ...

Unabridged

8 hours 47 min

Bill Gates told Wired that if he were a teenager today, he would be hacking biology. “If you want to change the world in some big way,” he says, “that’s where you should start—biological molecules.”The most disruptive force on the planet resides in DNA. Biotech companies and academic researchers are just beginning to unlock the potential of piecing together life from scratch. Champions of ... Read more

$19.95 USD

Bill Gates told Wired that if he were a teenager today, he would be hacking biology. “If you want to change the world in some big way,” he says, “that’s where you should start—biological molecules.”The most disruptive force on the planet resides in DNA. Biotech companies and academic researchers are just beginning to unlock the potential of piecing together life from scratch. Champions of
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Lost in Curiosity

Field Notes from Scientists' Adventures into the Unknown

by Roberta Kwok ...

Narrated by Cindy Kay ...

Unabridged

8 hours 16 min

The real story of science isn’t a triumphant breakthrough. It’s messy, mysterious, and deeply human.In Lost in Curiosity, award-winning journalist Roberta Kwok pulls back the curtain on what scientific discovery actually looks like… Not a Eureka moment, but a fraught, often chaotic pursuit of truth.Chronicling researchers’ struggles and hopes in the field and lab, Kwok documents it all: fending ... Read more

$17.50 USD

The real story of science isn’t a triumphant breakthrough. It’s messy, mysterious, and deeply human.In Lost in Curiosity, award-winning journalist Roberta Kwok pulls back the curtain on what scientific discovery actually looks like… Not a Eureka moment, but a fraught, often chaotic pursuit of truth.Chronicling researchers’ struggles and hopes in the field and lab, Kwok documents it all: fending
... Read more
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Rainbows for Beginners: A Simple Introduction to the Science of Sky Colors

by Emily Carver ...

Narrated by Emily Carver ...

Unabridged

2 hours 2 min

Unlock the captivating science of atmospheric optics and transform your daily nature walk into an awe-inspiring journey. Without a single complex equation to memorize, this beginner-friendly guide translates the shifting outdoor art show above us into a relaxing, accessible listening experience.Whether you are unwinding during an evening commute or seeking a moment of mindful curiosity, you will ... Read more

$9.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Unlock the captivating science of atmospheric optics and transform your daily nature walk into an awe-inspiring journey. Without a single complex equation to memorize, this beginner-friendly guide translates the shifting outdoor art show above us into a relaxing, accessible listening experience.Whether you are unwinding during an evening commute or seeking a moment of mindful curiosity, you will
... Read more
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Роботы: эволюция. Технический прогресс наглядно

by Сборник ...

Narrated by Максим Полтавский ...

Series series Коротко и ясно
Unabridged

1 hour 42 min

"Роботы" - это увлекательная книга, которая рассказывает о истории развития роботов простым и интересным языком, не боится ярких примеров и запоминающихся аналогий. Она погрузит вас в мир роботехники и продемонстрирует, как машины превратились из простой механической техники в сложные, автономные устройства, способные выполнять разнообразные задачи и преображать нашу жизнь. Как пьеса-антиутопия ... Read more

$7.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

"Роботы" - это увлекательная книга, которая рассказывает о истории развития роботов простым и интересным языком, не боится ярких примеров и запоминающихся аналогий. Она погрузит вас в мир роботехники и продемонстрирует, как машины превратились из простой механической техники в сложные, автономные устройства, способные выполнять разнообразные задачи и преображать нашу жизнь. Как пьеса-антиутопия
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Every Tool's a Hammer

Life Is What You Make It

by Adam Savage ...

Narrated by Adam Savage ...

Unabridged

7 hours 45 min

**In this New York Times bestselling “imperative how-to for creativity” (Nick Offerman), Adam Savage—**star of Discovery Channel’s Mythbusters—shares his golden rules of creativity, from finding inspiration to following through and successfully making your idea a reality.Every Tool*’*s a Hammer is a chronicle of my life as a maker. It’s an exploration of making, but it’s also a permission slip of ... Read more

$19.99 USD

**In this New York Times bestselling “imperative how-to for creativity” (Nick Offerman), Adam Savage—**star of Discovery Channel’s Mythbusters—shares his golden rules of creativity, from finding inspiration to following through and successfully making your idea a reality.Every Tool*’*s a Hammer is a chronicle of my life as a maker. It’s an exploration of making, but it’s also a permission slip of
... Read more
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The Youth Pill

Scientists at the Brink of an Anti-Aging Revolution

by David Stipp ...

Narrated by Sean Runnette ...

Unabridged

10 hours 40 min

The promise of a longer life has captivated humans for centuries, even before the first person set out to find the Fountain of Youth. But promises of life extension have long reeked of snake oil, and despite our wishful thinking, most of us regard it as an impossible dream.In The Youth Pill, science writer David Stipp explores the history of efforts to slow aging, which have been plagued by fits ... Read more

$25.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

The promise of a longer life has captivated humans for centuries, even before the first person set out to find the Fountain of Youth. But promises of life extension have long reeked of snake oil, and despite our wishful thinking, most of us regard it as an impossible dream.In The Youth Pill, science writer David Stipp explores the history of efforts to slow aging, which have been plagued by fits
... Read more
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Tripping on Utopia

Margaret Mead, the Cold War, and the Troubled Birth of Psychedelic Science

by Benjamin Breen ...

Narrated by Suzanne Toren ...

Unabridged

12 hours 53 min

**A Los Angeles Times BestsellerOne of The New Yorker's Best Books of 2024A bold and brilliant revisionist take on the history of psychedelics in the twentieth century, illuminating how a culture of experimental drugs shaped the Cold War and the birth of Silicon Valley."Brilliant and original."―Charles King, author of Gods of the Upper Air and Midnight at the Pera Palace**"It was not the Baby ... Read more

$31.99 USD

**A Los Angeles Times BestsellerOne of The New Yorker's Best Books of 2024A bold and brilliant revisionist take on the history of psychedelics in the twentieth century, illuminating how a culture of experimental drugs shaped the Cold War and the birth of Silicon Valley."Brilliant and original."―Charles King, author of Gods of the Upper Air and Midnight at the Pera Palace**"It was not the Baby
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Sound for Beginners: A Simple Guide to How Sound Moves and Reaches Our Ears

by Peter Holm ...

Narrated by Peter Holm ...

Unabridged

1 hour 45 min

Discover the fascinating science of acoustics and learn how invisible sound waves shape your daily life and environment. Whether you are seeking a calm educational commute or unwinding with an evening walk, this friendly journey translates complex physics into engaging, relatable concepts. Demystify the vibrant echoes of city streets and the soothing rustle of forests without needing a background ... Read more

$9.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Discover the fascinating science of acoustics and learn how invisible sound waves shape your daily life and environment. Whether you are seeking a calm educational commute or unwinding with an evening walk, this friendly journey translates complex physics into engaging, relatable concepts. Demystify the vibrant echoes of city streets and the soothing rustle of forests without needing a background
... Read more
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Crash Test Girl

An Unlikely Experiment in Using the Scientific Method to Answer Life’s Toughest Questions

by Kari Byron ...

Narrated by Kari Byron ...

Unabridged

6 hours 26 min

Kari Byron—former host of the wildly popular, iconic cult classic MythBusters—shows how to crash test your way through life, no lab coat required.Kari Byron’s story hasn’t been a straight line. She started out as a broke artist living in San Francisco, writing poems on a crowded bus on the way to one of her three jobs. Many curve balls, unexpected twists, and yes, literal and figurative explosions ... Read more

$23.99 USD

Kari Byron—former host of the wildly popular, iconic cult classic MythBusters—shows how to crash test your way through life, no lab coat required.Kari Byron’s story hasn’t been a straight line. She started out as a broke artist living in San Francisco, writing poems on a crowded bus on the way to one of her three jobs. Many curve balls, unexpected twists, and yes, literal and figurative explosions
... Read more
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Наука. Для тех, кто хочет все успеть

by Коллектив авторов ...

Narrated by Доната Нафикова ...

Series series Энциклопедия быстрых знаний
Unabridged

3 hours 51 min

Научная картина мира – это история развития человечества, она полна переворотов и открытий. Когда-то Николай Коперник изменил картину мира всего человечества, предположив, что в центре нашей системы находится Солнце, а не Земля. А Чарльз Дарвин доказал, что все мы произошли от обезьяны. В последние десятилетия наука шагает вперед семимильными шагами, и вроде бы окружающий мир становится все более ... Read more

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Научная картина мира – это история развития человечества, она полна переворотов и открытий. Когда-то Николай Коперник изменил картину мира всего человечества, предположив, что в центре нашей системы находится Солнце, а не Земля. А Чарльз Дарвин доказал, что все мы произошли от обезьяны. В последние десятилетия наука шагает вперед семимильными шагами, и вроде бы окружающий мир становится все более
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Charles Darwin Experiments Explained: The Real Stories, Methods, and Surprising Results Behind His Revolutionary Ideas

by Christopher Langley ...

Narrated by Christopher Langley ...

Unabridged

1 hour 48 min

Master the scientific method and explore the history of evolutionary biology through ingenious, low-tech experiments. Perfect for an educational commute or a mindful walk in nature, this inspiring science biography transforms a legendary genius into a relatable, skeptical observer. Watch a shy country gentleman turn his Victorian home and garden into a bustling research station using nothing but ... Read more

$9.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Master the scientific method and explore the history of evolutionary biology through ingenious, low-tech experiments. Perfect for an educational commute or a mindful walk in nature, this inspiring science biography transforms a legendary genius into a relatable, skeptical observer. Watch a shy country gentleman turn his Victorian home and garden into a bustling research station using nothing but
... Read more
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Cosmic Fingerprint, The: Detecting Biosignatures of Alien Life

by S Williams ...

Narrated by Digital Voice Madison G ...

Unabridged

2 hours 24 min

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Dive into the thrilling quest to uncover extraterrestrial life with this groundbreaking exploration of astrobiology , where cutting-edge science meets profound ethical questions. From analyzing atmospheric composition and chemical markers on distant exoplanets to probing icy moons like Europa and Enceladus , this book delves deep into the methods ... Read more

$10.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Dive into the thrilling quest to uncover extraterrestrial life with this groundbreaking exploration of astrobiology , where cutting-edge science meets profound ethical questions. From analyzing atmospheric composition and chemical markers on distant exoplanets to probing icy moons like Europa and Enceladus , this book delves deep into the methods
... Read more
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Why Nobody Understands Quantum Physics

The bestselling guide to our universe

by Frank Verstraete, Céline Broeckaert ...

Narrated by Frank Verstraete, Céline Broeckaert, Hugh Kermode ...

Unabridged

9 hours 37 min

This audiobook includes forewords read by the authors, Frank Verstraete and Céline Broeckaert.**The International Bestseller'Ambitious . . . pleasingly full of cutting-edge topics - New Scientist**'A physics book unlike any other. The scope, depth and artistry are breathtaking' – John Preskill, theoretical physicist and Feynman Professor of Theoretical Physics at CaltechQuantum physics is the ... Read more

$20.12 USD

This audiobook includes forewords read by the authors, Frank Verstraete and Céline Broeckaert.**The International Bestseller'Ambitious . . . pleasingly full of cutting-edge topics - New Scientist**'A physics book unlike any other. The scope, depth and artistry are breathtaking' – John Preskill, theoretical physicist and Feynman Professor of Theoretical Physics at CaltechQuantum physics is the
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