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Atomic Accidents

A History of Nuclear Meltdowns and Disasters; From the Ozark Mountains to Fukushima

de James Mahaffey ...

Narrado por Tom Weiner ...

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15 hora 54 minutos

A gripping narrative of nuclear mishaps and meltdowns around the globe, all of which have proven pivotal to the advancement of nuclear scienceFrom the moment radiation was discovered in the late nineteenth century, nuclear science has had a rich history of innovative scientific exploration and discovery, coupled with mistakes, accidents, and downright disasters. Mahaffey, a long-time advocate of ... Leer más

$29.99 USD

A gripping narrative of nuclear mishaps and meltdowns around the globe, all of which have proven pivotal to the advancement of nuclear scienceFrom the moment radiation was discovered in the late nineteenth century, nuclear science has had a rich history of innovative scientific exploration and discovery, coupled with mistakes, accidents, and downright disasters. Mahaffey, a long-time advocate of
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Midnight in Chernobyl

The Story of the World's Greatest Nuclear Disaster

de Adam Higginbotham ...

Narrado por Jacques Roy ...

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13 hora 55 minutos

One of AudioFile’s Best Audiobooks of 2019!A New York Times Best Book of the YearA Time Best Book of the YearA Kirkus Reviews Best Nonfiction Book of the Year2020 Andrew Carnegie Medals for Excellence Winner**From journalist Adam Higginbotham, the New York Times bestselling “account that reads almost like the script for a mov... ... Leer más

$29.99 USD

One of AudioFile’s Best Audiobooks of 2019!A New York Times Best Book of the YearA Time Best Book of the YearA Kirkus Reviews Best Nonfiction Book of the Year2020 Andrew Carnegie Medals for Excellence Winner**From journalist Adam Higginbotham, the New York Times bestselling “account that reads almost like the script for a mov...
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Quanta and Fields

The Biggest Ideas in the Universe

de Sean Carroll ...

Narrado por Sean Carroll ...

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9 hora 49 minutos

Quanta and Fields, the second book of Sean Carroll’s already internationally acclaimed series The Biggest Ideas in the Universe, is an adventure into the bare stuff of reality.Sean Carroll is creating a profoundly new approach to sharing physics with a broad audience, one that goes beyond analogies to show how physicists really think. He cuts to the bare mathematical essence of our most profound ... Leer más

$20.99 USD

Quanta and Fields, the second book of Sean Carroll’s already internationally acclaimed series The Biggest Ideas in the Universe, is an adventure into the bare stuff of reality.Sean Carroll is creating a profoundly new approach to sharing physics with a broad audience, one that goes beyond analogies to show how physicists really think. He cuts to the bare mathematical essence of our most profound
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The Basis of Everything

de Andrew Ramsey ...

Narrado por John Voce ...

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13 hora 19 minutos

Before the Manhattan Project, before nuclear warfare and the horrors of Hiroshima and Nagasaki, there was the twentieth century's great scientific quest to fathom the secrets of the atom.The unlikely story of an Antipodean friendship that changed the world forever.Centered on the inter-war years - within the ivy clad walls of Cambridge University's famed Cavendish Laboratory, amid the windswept ... Leer más

$32.99 USD

Before the Manhattan Project, before nuclear warfare and the horrors of Hiroshima and Nagasaki, there was the twentieth century's great scientific quest to fathom the secrets of the atom.The unlikely story of an Antipodean friendship that changed the world forever.Centered on the inter-war years - within the ivy clad walls of Cambridge University's famed Cavendish Laboratory, amid the windswept
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Dark Matter: The Cosmic Riddle Making Up Most of the Universe

de Adrian Cole ...

Narrado por Adrian Cole ...

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1 horas 47 minutos

Uncover the greatest unsolved mystery in astrophysics: the invisible mass secretly binding our galaxies together. Perfect for an educational commute or an evening of deep focus, this mind-bending science adventure transforms the night sky into a grand detective story. When astronomers weigh the stars, they find that most of reality is completely untouchable.Satisfy your curious mind without ... Leer más

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Uncover the greatest unsolved mystery in astrophysics: the invisible mass secretly binding our galaxies together. Perfect for an educational commute or an evening of deep focus, this mind-bending science adventure transforms the night sky into a grand detective story. When astronomers weigh the stars, they find that most of reality is completely untouchable.Satisfy your curious mind without
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Radioactivity: The Glowing Marvel That Won and Killed the Curies

de Gabriel Fournier ...

Narrado por Gabriel Fournier ...

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1 horas 53 minutos

Delve into a gripping history of science and tragic biography where brilliant discovery carries a devastating human cost. Perfect for your daily commute, this captivating narrative transports you to cramped Parisian laboratories where relentless researchers chase mysterious, glowing rays.Whether you need a fascinating deep focus listen or want to explore the dark cautionary tales of modern physics ... Leer más

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Delve into a gripping history of science and tragic biography where brilliant discovery carries a devastating human cost. Perfect for your daily commute, this captivating narrative transports you to cramped Parisian laboratories where relentless researchers chase mysterious, glowing rays.Whether you need a fascinating deep focus listen or want to explore the dark cautionary tales of modern physics
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Particle Physics for Beginners: A Clear Guide to the Tiniest Particles That Build the Universe

de Adrian Falkner ...

Narrado por Adrian Falkner ...

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1 horas 52 minutos

Master the subatomic secrets of the universe with this highly accessible popular science guide to modern physics. Perfect for enriching your daily commute, this vivid exploration transforms complex concepts into clear, wondrous discoveries. Leave the heavy math behind and satisfy your deep curiosity about how our physical world actually works.Whether you are unwinding at home or craving brilliant ... Leer más

$9.99 USD o gratis con Kobo Plus

Master the subatomic secrets of the universe with this highly accessible popular science guide to modern physics. Perfect for enriching your daily commute, this vivid exploration transforms complex concepts into clear, wondrous discoveries. Leave the heavy math behind and satisfy your deep curiosity about how our physical world actually works.Whether you are unwinding at home or craving brilliant
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Nuclear Physics for Beginners: A Clear Introduction to the Power Hidden Inside the Atom

de Daniel Mercer ...

Narrado por Daniel Mercer ...

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1 horas 52 minutos

Unlock the mind-expanding science of atomic energy without a math degree to grasp its universe-shaping power. Perfect for your daily commute, this accessible educational journey transforms dense physics into a fascinating, intuitive experience.Satisfy your deep curiosity about the natural world through vivid analogies instead of frustrating equations. Whether you are unwinding at home or seeking ... Leer más

$9.99 USD o gratis con Kobo Plus

Unlock the mind-expanding science of atomic energy without a math degree to grasp its universe-shaping power. Perfect for your daily commute, this accessible educational journey transforms dense physics into a fascinating, intuitive experience.Satisfy your deep curiosity about the natural world through vivid analogies instead of frustrating equations. Whether you are unwinding at home or seeking
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Going Nuclear

How Atomic Energy Will Save the World

de Tim Gregory ...

Narrado por Tim Gregory ...

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10 hora 51 minutos

A bold, provocative, and knowledgeable case for the importance of nuclear science and how nuclear power is essential to reaching net zero.What if net zero is not an environmental challenge, but an energy challenge?In this visionary book, Dr. Tim Gregory challenges prevailing narratives around climate change, arguing that the goal of net zero is not simply to replace fossil fuels with renewables, ... Leer más

$25.99 USD o gratis con Kobo Plus

A bold, provocative, and knowledgeable case for the importance of nuclear science and how nuclear power is essential to reaching net zero.What if net zero is not an environmental challenge, but an energy challenge?In this visionary book, Dr. Tim Gregory challenges prevailing narratives around climate change, arguing that the goal of net zero is not simply to replace fossil fuels with renewables,
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Nuclear Physics of Stars: How Fusion, Gravity, and Quantum Processes Forge the Elements and Shape the Life Cycle of Suns and Galaxies

de Stefan Holm ...

Narrado por Stefan Holm ...

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1 horas 56 minutos

Journey into the extreme astrophysics of deep space to discover how gravity and quantum mechanics forge our universe. Perfect for an intellectually stimulating commute or a wondrous evening of stargazing, this mind-expanding audio experience answers a profound question. Uncover exactly why massive cosmic engines burn fiercely for billions of years without fading into the dark.Whether you are ... Leer más

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Journey into the extreme astrophysics of deep space to discover how gravity and quantum mechanics forge our universe. Perfect for an intellectually stimulating commute or a wondrous evening of stargazing, this mind-expanding audio experience answers a profound question. Uncover exactly why massive cosmic engines burn fiercely for billions of years without fading into the dark.Whether you are
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Nuclear Weapons: A Short History, How They Work, and What Their Future Means for Humanity

de David Kaczmarek ...

Narrado por David Kaczmarek ...

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1 horas 53 minutos

Master the science and military history of humanity's greatest existential risk in this gripping historical narrative. Perfect for an engaging commute, this thought-provoking deep dive translates complex physics into plain language while exploring the terrifying choices that reshaped global politics forever.Navigate the shadowy logic of global deterrence and the heart-stopping near-misses that ... Leer más

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Master the science and military history of humanity's greatest existential risk in this gripping historical narrative. Perfect for an engaging commute, this thought-provoking deep dive translates complex physics into plain language while exploring the terrifying choices that reshaped global politics forever.Navigate the shadowy logic of global deterrence and the heart-stopping near-misses that
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What If Nuclear War Happens: A Sober, Science-Based Guide to Surviving, Coping, and Rebuilding After the Unthinkable

de Andrew Keller ...

Narrado por Andrew Keller ...

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2 hora 4 minutos

Transform paralyzing disaster anxiety into practical survival preparedness with this grounded, science-based guide. Navigate rising global tensions and the daily news cycle without fear by understanding exactly what happens during a nuclear exchange. You will learn to replace vague dread with actionable crisis management strategies tailored for everyday individuals.Whether you are safeguarding ... Leer más

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Transform paralyzing disaster anxiety into practical survival preparedness with this grounded, science-based guide. Navigate rising global tensions and the daily news cycle without fear by understanding exactly what happens during a nuclear exchange. You will learn to replace vague dread with actionable crisis management strategies tailored for everyday individuals.Whether you are safeguarding
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The Pope of Physics

Enrico Fermi and the Birth of the Atomic Age

de Bettina Hoerlin, Gino Segre ...

Narrado por Tim Campbell ...

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10 hora 39 minutos

Enrico Fermi is unquestionably among the greats of the world's physicists, the most famous Italian scientist since Galileo. Called the Pope by his peers, he was regarded as infallible in his instincts and research. His discoveries changed our world; they led to weapons of mass destruction and conversely to life-saving medical interventions.This unassuming man struggled with issues relevant today, ... Leer más

$19.99 USD

Enrico Fermi is unquestionably among the greats of the world's physicists, the most famous Italian scientist since Galileo. Called the Pope by his peers, he was regarded as infallible in his instincts and research. His discoveries changed our world; they led to weapons of mass destruction and conversely to life-saving medical interventions.This unassuming man struggled with issues relevant today,
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Trinity

The Treachery and Pursuit of the Most Dangerous Spy in History

de Frank Close ...

Narrado por Anthony Howell ...

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20 hora 56 minutos

Brought to you by Penguin.'Trinity' was the codename for the test explosion of the atomic bomb in New Mexico on 16 July 1945. This exceptional book - Trinity - tells the story of the bomb's metaphorical father, Rudolf Peierls; his intellectual son, the atomic spy, Klaus Fuchs, and the ghosts of the security services in Britain, the USA and USSR.Against the background of pre-war Nazi Germany, the ... Leer más

$21.99 USD

Brought to you by Penguin.'Trinity' was the codename for the test explosion of the atomic bomb in New Mexico on 16 July 1945. This exceptional book - Trinity - tells the story of the bomb's metaphorical father, Rudolf Peierls; his intellectual son, the atomic spy, Klaus Fuchs, and the ghosts of the security services in Britain, the USA and USSR.Against the background of pre-war Nazi Germany, the
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Marie Curie

History of the Pioneer Radioactivity Researcher

de Kelly Mass ...

Narrado por Chris Newman ...

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48 minutos

Marie Salomea Skodowska Curie was a Polish-born, naturalized-French researcher and chemist who originated radioactivity research. She was the first woman to win the Nobel Prize, the first and only woman to win it two times, and the only individual to win the Nobel Prize in 2 different clinical classifications.Her first Nobel Prize was co-won by her spouse, Pierre Curie, making them the first ... Leer más

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Marie Salomea Skodowska Curie was a Polish-born, naturalized-French researcher and chemist who originated radioactivity research. She was the first woman to win the Nobel Prize, the first and only woman to win it two times, and the only individual to win the Nobel Prize in 2 different clinical classifications.Her first Nobel Prize was co-won by her spouse, Pierre Curie, making them the first
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Manual for Survival

A Chernobyl Guide to the Future

de Kate Brown ...

Narrado por Christina Delaine ...

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12 hora 53 minutos

Dear Comrades! Since the accident at the Chernobyl power plant, there has been a detailed analysis of the radioactivity of the food and territory of your population point. The results show that living and working in your village will cause no harm to adults or children.So began a pamphlet issued by the Ukrainian Ministry of Health—which, despite its optimistic beginnings, went on to warn its ... Leer más

$25.99 USD

Dear Comrades! Since the accident at the Chernobyl power plant, there has been a detailed analysis of the radioactivity of the food and territory of your population point. The results show that living and working in your village will cause no harm to adults or children.So began a pamphlet issued by the Ukrainian Ministry of Health—which, despite its optimistic beginnings, went on to warn its
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Oppenheimer: The Genius and the Fallout

"Master 'Oppenheimer: The Genius and the Fallout' with powerful audio lessons for top performance."

de Landon Hale ...

Narrado por Nick Porter ...

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2 hora 19 minutos

Oppenheimer: The Genius and the Fallout⭐⭐ Simplified Audio Guide ⭐⭐Are you looking to deepen your understanding of Oppenheimer's impact and scientific legacy?Seeking a comprehensive guide that provides all the necessary elements to grasp the significance of his contributions?Your search ends here!This guide serves as your definitive companion for exploring, applying ... ... Leer más

$5.99 USD o gratis con Kobo Plus

Oppenheimer: The Genius and the Fallout⭐⭐ Simplified Audio Guide ⭐⭐Are you looking to deepen your understanding of Oppenheimer's impact and scientific legacy?Seeking a comprehensive guide that provides all the necessary elements to grasp the significance of his contributions?Your search ends here!This guide serves as your definitive companion for exploring, applying ...
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Hell Bomb, The

de William L. Laurence ...

Narrado por Nathan Edwards ...

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3 hora 46 minutos

The Hell Bomb by Pulitzer Prize–winning journalist William L. Laurence is a sobering, meticulously detailed account of the dawn of the hydrogen bomb era. Written in the early 1950s, this scientific and political examination offers a front-row perspective on one of the most terrifying technological advancements in human history. Drawing on firsthand experiences from his time at Los Alamos and ... Leer más

$6.99 USD o gratis con Kobo Plus

The Hell Bomb by Pulitzer Prize–winning journalist William L. Laurence is a sobering, meticulously detailed account of the dawn of the hydrogen bomb era. Written in the early 1950s, this scientific and political examination offers a front-row perspective on one of the most terrifying technological advancements in human history. Drawing on firsthand experiences from his time at Los Alamos and
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Jai Bharat Jai Jagat Bhag 2 - Anvastra, Anuvidnyan

de अविनाश धर्माधिकारी ...

Narrado por Avinash Dharmadhikari ...

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1 horas 50 minutos

अविनाश धर्माधिकारी यांचे गाजलेले व्याख्यान 'जय भारत जय जगत भाग २-अण्वस्त्र अणुविज्ञान ' ... Leer más

$3.99 USD

अविनाश धर्माधिकारी यांचे गाजलेले व्याख्यान 'जय भारत जय जगत भाग २-अण्वस्त्र अणुविज्ञान '
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Nuclear Physics

A Very Short Introduction

de Frank Close ...

Narrado por Nigel Patterson ...

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3 hora 30 minutos

Nuclear physics began long before the identification of fundamental particles, with J. J. Thomson's discovery of the electron at the end of the nineteenth century, which implied the existence of a positive charge in the atom to make it neutral. In this Very Short Introduction, Frank Close gives an account of how this area of physics has progressed, including the recognition of how heavy nuclei are ... Leer más

$13.99 USD

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Nuclear physics began long before the identification of fundamental particles, with J. J. Thomson's discovery of the electron at the end of the nineteenth century, which implied the existence of a positive charge in the atom to make it neutral. In this Very Short Introduction, Frank Close gives an account of how this area of physics has progressed, including the recognition of how heavy nuclei are
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Nuclear Fusion: The Decades-Long Quest to Capture the Power of the Stars

de Michael Hartmann ...

Narrado por Michael Hartmann ...

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1 horas 57 minutos

Journey into the heart of a star and explore the high-stakes science history of our quest for limitless clean energy. Perfect for your morning commute, this awe-inspiring narrative transforms complex physics into a gripping story of Cold War geopolitics and modern technological rivalry.Satisfy your intellectual curiosity as stubborn engineers battle unforgiving mathematics and rebellious plasma in ... Leer más

$9.99 USD o gratis con Kobo Plus

Journey into the heart of a star and explore the high-stakes science history of our quest for limitless clean energy. Perfect for your morning commute, this awe-inspiring narrative transforms complex physics into a gripping story of Cold War geopolitics and modern technological rivalry.Satisfy your intellectual curiosity as stubborn engineers battle unforgiving mathematics and rebellious plasma in
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Antimatter for Beginners: A Simple Introduction to the Mirror Opposite of Ordinary Matter

de Daniel Whitmore ...

Narrado por Daniel Whitmore ...

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1 horas 46 minutos

Explore the mind-bending reality of particle physics and cosmology on your commute with this approachable audio guide. Step beyond science fiction and uncover the explosive, mirror-image twin of everything we touch, see, and experience. Designed to satisfy deep intellectual curiosity while you relax and unwind, this educational journey translates complex cosmic mysteries into plain, fascinating ... Leer más

$9.99 USD o gratis con Kobo Plus

Explore the mind-bending reality of particle physics and cosmology on your commute with this approachable audio guide. Step beyond science fiction and uncover the explosive, mirror-image twin of everything we touch, see, and experience. Designed to satisfy deep intellectual curiosity while you relax and unwind, this educational journey translates complex cosmic mysteries into plain, fascinating
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Everything Is Fields

How Quantum Field Theory Explains You, Me, and the Universe

de David Tong ...

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11 hora 30 minutos

A leading theoretical physicist takes us on a lively tour of quantum field theory, the most fundamental description we have for what makes up the universe.In Everything Is Fields, the leading theoretical physicist and Cambridge professor David Tong reveals a startling truth: that, at the most basic level, we are made not of particles or forces but of fields, fluidlike substances stretched ... Leer más

$26.99 USD

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A leading theoretical physicist takes us on a lively tour of quantum field theory, the most fundamental description we have for what makes up the universe.In Everything Is Fields, the leading theoretical physicist and Cambridge professor David Tong reveals a startling truth: that, at the most basic level, we are made not of particles or forces but of fields, fluidlike substances stretched
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Nuclear Age Explained: From Splitting the Atom to Today’s Geopolitics in 10 Clear Lessons

de Adrian Holbrook ...

Narrado por Adrian Holbrook ...

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1 horas 58 minutos

Master the gripping geopolitical history and complex science of the atomic bomb without needing a physics degree. Perfect for an illuminating morning commute, this tense yet accessible narrative breaks down how invisible particles forged global security and pushed humanity to the brink of destruction.Transform your daily walk into a deep-focus learning experience as you navigate the high-stakes ... Leer más

$9.99 USD o gratis con Kobo Plus

Master the gripping geopolitical history and complex science of the atomic bomb without needing a physics degree. Perfect for an illuminating morning commute, this tense yet accessible narrative breaks down how invisible particles forged global security and pushed humanity to the brink of destruction.Transform your daily walk into a deep-focus learning experience as you navigate the high-stakes
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