Richard Wolfson has narrated 3 audiobooks on Listento.it by 4 authors, with an average listener rating of 4.5★ across 226 ratings. The most-rated is Einstein's Relativity and the Quantum Revolution: Modern Physics for Non-Scientists, 2nd Edition.
Einstein's Relativity and the Quantum Revolution: Modern Physics for Non-Scientists, 2nd Edition
Summary
"It doesn't take an Einstein to understand modern physics," says Professor Wolfson at the outset of these twenty-four lectures on what may be the most important subjects in the universe: relativity and quantum physics. Both have reputations for complexity. But the basic ideas behind them are, in fact, simple and comprehensible by anyone. These dynamic and illuminating lectures begin with a brief overview of theories of physical reality starting with Aristotle and culminating in Newtonian or "classical" physics. After that, you'll follow along as Professor Wolfson outlines the logic that led to Einstein's profound theory of special relativity and the simple yet far-reaching insight on which it rests. With that insight in mind, you'll move on to consider Einstein's theory of general relativity and its interpretation of gravitation in terms of the curvature of space and time. From there, you'll embark on a dazzling exploration of how inquiry into matter at the atomic and subatomic scales led to quandaries that are resolved-or at least clarified-by quantum mechanics, a vision of physical reality so profound and so at odds with our experience that it nearly defies language. By bringing relativity and quantum mechanics into the same picture, you'll chart the development of fascinating hypotheses about the origin, development, and possible futures of the entire universe, as well as the possibility that physics can produce a "theory of everything" to account for all aspects of the physical world. But the goal throughout these lectures remains the same: to present the key ideas of modern physics in a way that makes them clear to the interested layperson. PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying reference material will be available in your My Library section along with the audio.
©2000 The Teaching Company, LLC (P)2000 The Great Courses
Earth's Changing Climate
Summary
In 2007 the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change-representing a global consensus of hundreds of scientists-concluded that "warming of the climate system is unequivocal," citing observations of increases in global average air and ocean temperatures, widespread melting of snow and ice, and rising global mean sea level. And they noted that human activity is "very likely" the cause. Whatever your views on climate change, it's important to understand how the current scientific consensus on global warming evolved out of basic physical principles and a broad range of observations. This lucid series of twelve lectures is designed to do exactly that-reviewing the most up-to-date research and explaining the concepts, tools, data, and analysis that have led an overwhelming number of climate scientists to conclude that Earth is indeed warming and that we humans are in great part responsible. In clear and accessible lectures designed for nonscientists, you'll learn about the "fingerprints" of global climate change-ranging from borehole temperatures to melting glaciers to the altered behavior of plant and animal species and other indicators-that convince scientists that our Earth has been warming at an unprecedented rate in recent decades. The lectures address only scientific issues and make no policy recommendations. Instead, they have been designed to serve as your personal scientific briefing to equip you to engage knowledgeably in one of the most important environmental issues of our time. PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying reference material will be available in your Library section along with the audio.
©2007 The Teaching Company, LLC (P)2007 The Great Courses
Conversational French Dialogues
Summary
Have you recently started learning French, but you’re not sure what the best method of learning is? Are you looking for the fastest, easiest way to boost your comprehension and learn to understand and speak this incredible language? Then it’s time to try this audiobook! French is a brilliant language which millions of people enjoy speaking around the world – but how do you find the best tools to help you join them? Inside this ultimate guide, you’ll uncover everything you need to know to put you on the path to mastering French. Containing short essential French dialogues with vocabulary, this audiobook arms you with the vital knowledge you need to make sense of the French language and start speaking in no time. Plus, with this audiobook version, you can listen along to the stories and supercharge your listening skills no matter how busy you are! Here’s what you’ll discover inside: Fifteen essential dialogues for boosting your French conversation skills and learning how native speakers talk Two audio recordings of each story: one slow so that you can understand every word and one at normal speed A variety of topics so that you won't get bored Vocabulary lists after every story to make sure that you've understood every word English translations for every French word A free PDF of the audiobook to download And much more! So if you’re looking for the best way to kickstart your French skills and learn to speak like a native, then you’ve come to the right place. It’s time to take your learning into your own hands and begin your journey to becoming fluent in the amazing French language! Scroll up and buy now to supercharge your French learning today! PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying PDF will be available in your Audible Library along with the audio.
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