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A Curious Boy

The Making of a Scientist

by Richard Fortey ...

Narrated by Mike Grady ...

Unabridged

10 hours 27 min

'Truth and courage are what memoirs need and this one has them both in spades … The unforgotten boy: that is what makes this a book a revelation'ADAM NICOLSON‘Wonderful, absolutely beguiling … I learnt a lot and really loved it’RICHARD HOLMES‘Gloriously evocative’DAILY MAILWhat makes a scientist?Charming, funny and wise, in this memoir Richard ... ... Read more

£17.99

'Truth and courage are what memoirs need and this one has them both in spades … The unforgotten boy: that is what makes this a book a revelation'ADAM NICOLSON‘Wonderful, absolutely beguiling … I learnt a lot and really loved it’RICHARD HOLMES‘Gloriously evocative’DAILY MAILWhat makes a scientist?Charming, funny and wise, in this memoir Richard ...
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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

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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
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The Malaria Project

The U.S. Government's Secret Mission to Find a Miracle Cure

by Karen M. Masterson ...

Narrated by Kimberly Farr ...

Unabridged

16 hours 39 min

A fascinating and shocking historical exposé, The Malaria Project is the story of America's secret mission to combat malaria during World War II—a campaign modeled after a German project which tested experimental drugs on men gone mad from syphilis.American war planners, foreseeing the tactical need for a malaria drug, recreated the German model, then grew it tenfold. Quickly becoming the biggest ... Read more

£13.99

A fascinating and shocking historical exposé, The Malaria Project is the story of America's secret mission to combat malaria during World War II—a campaign modeled after a German project which tested experimental drugs on men gone mad from syphilis.American war planners, foreseeing the tactical need for a malaria drug, recreated the German model, then grew it tenfold. Quickly becoming the biggest
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Serendipity

The Unexpected in Science

by Telmo Pievani ...

Narrated by Brian Conover ...

Unabridged

6 hours 29 min

From the bestselling author of Imperfection, a theory of uncertainty as the very core of the scientific method—and the essence of its wonder.How many times have we looked for something and found something else? A partner, a job, an object? The same thing often happens to scientists: they design an experiment and discover the unexpected, which usually turns out to be very important. This ... Read more

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From the bestselling author of Imperfection, a theory of uncertainty as the very core of the scientific method—and the essence of its wonder.How many times have we looked for something and found something else? A partner, a job, an object? The same thing often happens to scientists: they design an experiment and discover the unexpected, which usually turns out to be very important. This
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Scientific Method: A Practical, Step-by-Step Guide to Thinking Like a Scientist in Everyday Life, Study, and Work

by Adam Falkner ...

Narrated by Adam Falkner ...

Unabridged

1 hour 45 min

Master critical thinking and conquer daily decision-making by applying rigorous logic to your personal challenges. Whether you are strategizing during a morning commute or navigating conflicting news feeds, this practical framework empowers you to evaluate claims with clarity. Stop guessing and start making evidence-based choices that upgrade your productivity and learning.Leave the overwhelm of ... Read more

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Master critical thinking and conquer daily decision-making by applying rigorous logic to your personal challenges. Whether you are strategizing during a morning commute or navigating conflicting news feeds, this practical framework empowers you to evaluate claims with clarity. Stop guessing and start making evidence-based choices that upgrade your productivity and learning.Leave the overwhelm of
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Electrified Sheep

by Alex Boese ...

Narrated by Jared Zeus ...

Unabridged

12 hours

Benjamin Franklin was a pioneering scientist, leader of the Enlightenment and founding father of the USA. But perhaps less well known is that he was also the first person to use artificial respiration to revive an electric shock victim. Odder still, it was actually mouth-to-beak resuscitation on a hen that he himself had shocked.Welcome to some of the most weird and wonderful experiments ever ... Read more

£11.99

Benjamin Franklin was a pioneering scientist, leader of the Enlightenment and founding father of the USA. But perhaps less well known is that he was also the first person to use artificial respiration to revive an electric shock victim. Odder still, it was actually mouth-to-beak resuscitation on a hen that he himself had shocked.Welcome to some of the most weird and wonderful experiments ever
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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

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"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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Chemical Reactions for Beginners: A Simple Introduction to How Substances Change and Combine

by Jonathan Meier ...

Narrated by Jonathan Meier ...

Unabridged

1 hour 45 min

Master basic chemistry and transform everyday curiosity into foundational science knowledge without dense math or formulas. Perfect for an engaging morning commute or a relaxed evening study session, this accessible audio experience makes atoms and molecules feel like an effortless story.Watch the physical world shift as baking bread, rusting metal, and burning candles become thrilling examples of ... Read more

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Master basic chemistry and transform everyday curiosity into foundational science knowledge without dense math or formulas. Perfect for an engaging morning commute or a relaxed evening study session, this accessible audio experience makes atoms and molecules feel like an effortless story.Watch the physical world shift as baking bread, rusting metal, and burning candles become thrilling examples of
... Read more
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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

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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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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

£0.99

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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Accidental

The Greatest (Unintentional) Science Breakthroughs and How They Changed The World

by Tim James ...

Narrated by Tim James ...

Unabridged

5 hours 17 min

Nominated for the best popular science book of 2024 by Smart Book.'Who said science was dry? Certainly not Tim James'New York Post'James writes with infectious enthusiasm and optimism' Kirkus Reviews'A science teacher by profession, Mr. James knows how to get his audience's attention' Wall Street Journal'Humorous, yet deep' Professor Charles AntoineA rip-roaring advent... ... Read more

£24.99

Nominated for the best popular science book of 2024 by Smart Book.'Who said science was dry? Certainly not Tim James'New York Post'James writes with infectious enthusiasm and optimism' Kirkus Reviews'A science teacher by profession, Mr. James knows how to get his audience's attention' Wall Street Journal'Humorous, yet deep' Professor Charles AntoineA rip-roaring advent...
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Science of Time Travel, The

The Secrets Behind Time Machines, Time Loops, Alternate Realities, and More!

by Elizabeth Howell ...

Narrated by Lisa Cordileone ...

Series series The Science Of
Unabridged

6 hours 39 min

Travel back in time with Doctor Who, the Terminator, the X-Men, and all your favorite time travelers! Science fiction is the perfect window into the possibilities and perils of time travel. What would happen if you went back in time and killed your own grandparent? If you knew how to stop a presidential assassination, would time travel allow you to make your wish come true? Can we use time travel ... Read more

£16.99

Travel back in time with Doctor Who, the Terminator, the X-Men, and all your favorite time travelers! Science fiction is the perfect window into the possibilities and perils of time travel. What would happen if you went back in time and killed your own grandparent? If you knew how to stop a presidential assassination, would time travel allow you to make your wish come true? Can we use time travel
... Read more
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Magnetism for Beginners: A Simple Introduction to the Invisible Force All Around Us

by Jonathan Weiss ...

Narrated by Jonathan Weiss ...

Unabridged

1 hour 46 min

Uncover the popular science of invisible magnetic fields and master the everyday physics powering our modern world. Perfect for an educational commute or a relaxing afternoon of screen-free learning, this engaging audio journey transforms complex concepts into intuitive, equation-free mental images.Whether you are upgrading your listening routine with brain-boosting non-fiction or satisfying a ... Read more

£7.99 or Free with Kobo Plus

Uncover the popular science of invisible magnetic fields and master the everyday physics powering our modern world. Perfect for an educational commute or a relaxing afternoon of screen-free learning, this engaging audio journey transforms complex concepts into intuitive, equation-free mental images.Whether you are upgrading your listening routine with brain-boosting non-fiction or satisfying a
... Read more
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Sterilization Experiments, The

The Barbaric Legacy of Carl Clauberg

by Davis Truman ...

Narrated by John Sullivan ...

Unabridged

1 hour 11 min

In the shadows of history, some stories challenge our understanding of humanity. 'The Sterilization Experiments: The Barbaric Legacy of Carl Clauberg' is one such story.The atrocities committed during the Nazi era are a dark stain on human history. Among the many horrors of this period were the medical experiments conducted on concentration camp prisoners by Nazi doctors. One of the most notorious ... Read more

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In the shadows of history, some stories challenge our understanding of humanity. 'The Sterilization Experiments: The Barbaric Legacy of Carl Clauberg' is one such story.The atrocities committed during the Nazi era are a dark stain on human history. Among the many horrors of this period were the medical experiments conducted on concentration camp prisoners by Nazi doctors. One of the most notorious
... Read more
Audiobook

What Is A Spider?

by Karen Mitzo Hilderbrand, Kim Mitzo Thompson ...

Narrated by Kim Mitzo Thompson ...

Series Audiobook 2 - DIY Projects for Early Learners
Unabridged

2 min

A spider is not an insect. Although spiders and insects are animals without backbones, they are very different. Spiders have eight legs. Most spiders have eight eyes and two body parts. The front of a spider is called the cephalothorax. This is the head and the thorax combined. The second part is the abdomen. Spiders inject poisonous venom which paralyzes or kills their prey. Because they have no ... Read more

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A spider is not an insect. Although spiders and insects are animals without backbones, they are very different. Spiders have eight legs. Most spiders have eight eyes and two body parts. The front of a spider is called the cephalothorax. This is the head and the thorax combined. The second part is the abdomen. Spiders inject poisonous venom which paralyzes or kills their prey. Because they have no
... 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

£14.99

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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Qatar Works to Invent an Innovative Oasis

Food for 9 Billion

by PBS NewsHour ...

Narrated by PBS NewsHour ...

Series series Food for 9 Billion
Unabridged

7 min

Thanks to Qatar's harsh desert environment and growing population, researchers have embraced the tiny country as a laboratory to address global concerns. As part of the NewsHour's series Food for 9 Billion, special correspondent Jon Miller reports on their inventive efforts to ensure water and food security for the future. ... Read more

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Thanks to Qatar's harsh desert environment and growing population, researchers have embraced the tiny country as a laboratory to address global concerns. As part of the NewsHour's series Food for 9 Billion, special correspondent Jon Miller reports on their inventive efforts to ensure water and food security for the future.
... Read more
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Psychedelic Apes

From parallel universes to atomic dinosaurs – the weirdest theories of science and history

by Alex Boese ...

Narrated by Jared Zeus ...

Unabridged

9 hours 37 min

From the Sunday Times bestselling author of Elephant's on Acid comes a collection of the wackiest theories from science and history.What if we’re living inside a black hole? What if we’ve already found extraterrestrial life? What if the dinosaurs died in a nuclear war? What if Jesus Christ was actually a mushroom?In Psychedelic Apes, bestselling author Alex Boese will delve into the curious ... Read more

£9.99

From the Sunday Times bestselling author of Elephant's on Acid comes a collection of the wackiest theories from science and history.What if we’re living inside a black hole? What if we’ve already found extraterrestrial life? What if the dinosaurs died in a nuclear war? What if Jesus Christ was actually a mushroom?In Psychedelic Apes, bestselling author Alex Boese will delve into the curious
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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

£14.99

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 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

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
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Einstein’s Fridge

The Science of Fire, Ice and the Universe

by Paul Sen ...

Narrated by Malk Williams ...

Unabridged

11 hours 4 min

‘Hugely readable and entertaining’ JIM AL-KHALILI‘An accessible and crystal-clear portrait of this discipline’s breadth, largely told through its history’ PHIL BALL, PHYSICS WORLDEinstein’s Fridge tells the story of how scientists uncovered the least known and yet most consequential of all the sciences, and learned to harness the power of heat and ice.The laws of thermodynamics govern everything ... Read more

£17.99

‘Hugely readable and entertaining’ JIM AL-KHALILI‘An accessible and crystal-clear portrait of this discipline’s breadth, largely told through its history’ PHIL BALL, PHYSICS WORLDEinstein’s Fridge tells the story of how scientists uncovered the least known and yet most consequential of all the sciences, and learned to harness the power of heat and ice.The laws of thermodynamics govern everything
... Read more
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pH and Indicators for Beginners: A Simple Introduction to Measuring Acids and Bases

by Laura Pemberton ...

Narrated by Laura Pemberton ...

Unabridged

2 hours 4 min

Master the science of acids and bases with this beginner-friendly educational guide to understanding the pH scale. Whether you are studying for a class, homeschooling, or simply learning a new hobby on your daily commute, this accessible audio experience removes the complicated math. You will transform confusing chemical concepts into everyday knowledge using familiar examples like sour foods and ... Read more

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Master the science of acids and bases with this beginner-friendly educational guide to understanding the pH scale. Whether you are studying for a class, homeschooling, or simply learning a new hobby on your daily commute, this accessible audio experience removes the complicated math. You will transform confusing chemical concepts into everyday knowledge using familiar examples like sour foods and
... Read more
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Salt for Beginners: A Simple Introduction to the Chemistry of an Everyday Mineral

by Jonathan Mercer ...

Narrated by Jonathan Mercer ...

Unabridged

1 hour 46 min

Unlock the fascinating science of everyday chemistry and transform how you view the natural world. Whether you are relaxing on a calm commute or cooking dinner, this inviting educational journey turns a common seasoning into a brilliant microscopic adventure. Leave behind heavy formulas for an accessible exploration of matter.Grasping complex concepts like atoms, ions, and crystal lattices becomes ... Read more

£7.99 or Free with Kobo Plus

Unlock the fascinating science of everyday chemistry and transform how you view the natural world. Whether you are relaxing on a calm commute or cooking dinner, this inviting educational journey turns a common seasoning into a brilliant microscopic adventure. Leave behind heavy formulas for an accessible exploration of matter.Grasping complex concepts like atoms, ions, and crystal lattices becomes
... 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

£5.99 or Free with Kobo Plus

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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