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Series series Biographies of Scientists
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6 hours 31 min

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1 hour 41 min

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On Time

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by Jan Zaanen ...

Narrated by Richard Trinder ...

Unabridged

5 hours 11 min

This text revolves around a new and unusual view on the most fundamental puzzle of physics. It focusses on the key aspect that makes the role of the time dimension fundamentally different: causality. The implicit and intuitive way by which causality is usually taken for granted is just made explicit and less self-evident, shedding a new light on the gravity-quantum conflict. The case is made that ... Read more

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Three Roads to Quantum Gravity

by Lee Smolin ...

Narrated by L.J. Ganser ...

Series series Science Masters
Unabridged

8 hours 39 min

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Gravity for Beginners: A Simple Introduction to the Force That Shapes Our Universe

by Edward Klein ...

Narrated by Edward Klein ...

Unabridged

1 hour 43 min

Unlock the mind-bending physics of spacetime and master the invisible force shaping the cosmos without a science degree. Perfect for an awe-inspiring morning commute or a relaxing evening of stargazing, this accessible guide transforms complex cosmology into an intuitive journey. Experience the everyday thrill of roller coasters and falling objects through a totally new, illuminating perspective ... Read more

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by Michio Kaku ...

Narrated by Feodor Chin ...

Unabridged

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by Santo Armenia ...

Unabridged

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Quantum Gravity Theory: A Guided Audio Journey Through the Quest to Unite General Relativity and Quantum Mechanics

by Martin Devereux ...

Narrated by Martin Devereux ...

Unabridged

1 hour 59 min

Bridge the profound clash between general relativity and quantum mechanics to unlock the ultimate secrets of the cosmos. Perfect for a contemplative commute or a deep-focus evening, this awe-inspiring audio journey translates the most complex physics into vivid, accessible mental models.Step calmly to the edge of human knowledge, exploring the intense pressure cookers of black holes, the Big Bang, ... Read more

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Bridge the profound clash between general relativity and quantum mechanics to unlock the ultimate secrets of the cosmos. Perfect for a contemplative commute or a deep-focus evening, this awe-inspiring audio journey translates the most complex physics into vivid, accessible mental models.Step calmly to the edge of human knowledge, exploring the intense pressure cookers of black holes, the Big Bang,
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