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Die Lage scheint klar: Drei Dimensionen hat unsere Welt! Alles, was wir sehen, greifen, fühlen hat eine Breite, eine Höhe und eine Tiefe. Aber stimmt das wirklich? Oder lauert hinter der nächsten Ecke noch eine vierte oder sogar fünfte Dimension, unsichtbar für unsere beschränkte Wahrnehmung? In dieser Ausgabe von "Erzähl mir alles – Physik" schauen wir ganz genau nach in Raum und Zeit.

The Great Courses has produced thousands of lectures that have introduced millions of lifelong learners to some of the biggest and most fascinating ideas that humans have ever thought. Now, enjoy 36 lectures specially curated from some of our most popular courses and get an interesting learning experience across a wide range of disciplines.

$1000 a Plate' by Jack McKenty - When science meets tourism, surely only the Almighty Dollar can win out... 'Guaranteed - Forever!' by Frank M. Robinson -Manning had spent his life exposing mail order frauds. But Forsythe's outfit topped them all. Its products were too good to exist—yet! 'Mr Meek Plays Polo' by Clifford D. Simak - Does anyone know how to play SPACE polo? 'A Zloor For Your Trouble' by Mack Reynolds - It's an easy buck to catch a Martian rabbit. I wonder why the Government's paying so much... ‘Headhunters of Nuamerica’ by Stanton A Coblentz ‘No-Risk Planet’ by Milton ...

"The Rover: A weekly magazine of tales, poetry and engravings, original and selected" was a magazine started in 1843 by Seba Smith and Lawrence Labree. The editors aimed at a high quality standard in their selection of short stories and poetry. Every half-year, the 26 weekly issues were also published under a bound compilation. This is the 26th, and final issue of the first volume, with a varied choice of poetry, short stories and trivia. - Summary by Sonia

] Birds, Illustrated by Color Photography was a monthly publication of the Nature Study Publishing Company of Chicago. It includes short poems, anecdotes and factual descriptions of birds with accompanying color plates. The magazine was published from 1898-1907 under the various titles, "Birds," "Birds and all Nature," "Nature and Art" and "Birds and Nature." Later issues were expanded to include animals, plants, etc. Summary by J. M. Smallheer

Birds, Illustrated by Color Photography was a monthly publication of the Nature Study Publishing Company of Chicago. It includes short poems, anecdotes and factual descriptions of birds with accompanying color plates. The magazine was published from 1897-1907 under the various titles, "Birds," "Birds and all Nature," "Nature and Art" and "Birds and Nature." Later issues were expanded to include animals, plants, etc. Summary by J. M. Smallheer

Editorials published in Volume 66 of The Dial magazine, a fortnightly political and literary review. The source available to us features issues from January 11 to June 28, 1919. This volume illustrates the pacifist and socialist viewpoint of Martyn Johnson (the owner) and the magazine's staff. The magazine experience financial troubles in 1919 and was sold later that year. The magazine was re-directed by its new investors in a direction that was essentially literary in nature and it is this 're-creation' of the magazine that is best known. (Summary by KevinS)

A history of the of Texas from La Salle's Texas Settlement in 1685 to the dedication of the State Capitol building at Austin in 1888. - Summary by Brian Fullen

Historical vignettes of selected locations throughout the world and many of our early explorers as well. Fascinating travel adventures throughout Europe, Asia, America, etc. for young and old alike. Perfect for the armchair traveler who enjoys learning of our global past... - Summary by BettyB

Thayendanegea!' The name was taken from the great book of nature. It was a birth-name of the Mohawks meaning two sticks of wood bound together, a sign of strength; and the woman hoped that her tiny child might one day be a man of valour among the Mohawks. Could she have but known it, her desire was to be more than realized, for in vigour of mind and body he was destined to surpass all the offspring of his race.Joseph Brant was his English name and this is his story.Summary from chapter one.

The baronet of Baskerville Hall is found dead, possibly a victim of a supernatural hound, the fulfillment of an old family legend. Holmes and Watson attempt to help the new baronet avoid the fate of the old, and solve the mystery of the death of Sir Charles Baskerville. - Summary by Richard Reiman

Juliet Corson has put together a few books on economic housekeeping, and this is a fine example. Almost 150 years after publication (1878), it has become quite impossible to feed anyone on 25 cents, but the principles on how to cook economically have not changed much. In any case, modern readers can still enjoy the recipes Ms Corson has compiled, and learn from her introductory notes. - Summary by Carolin

6000 de CAPE, c'est un podcast qui parle d'orages, de tornades, et d'autres phénomènes météo agités comme on les aime. Avec un peu de science, beaucoup d'expérience, et parfois des mauvaises blagues.

En réponse au romantisme, poètes et écrivains du second XIXe siècle portent sur le monde réel un regard sensible mais désenchanté. Dès lors, tous les sujets sont possibles, aussi bien le beau que le laid. Baudelaire, Flaubert, Zola et bien d'autres, s'affi rment ainsi comme des écrivains modernes et opèrent un profond renouvellement de la création littéraire.

Join Nellie Bly on her captivating journey through Mexico in 1885, where she chronicles the lives of the impoverished and the political turmoil under a deeply corrupt government. Originally a series of articles for the Pittsburgh Dispatch, Blys work shines a light on the struggles of the marginalized, while also embodying the spirit of a pioneering investigative journalist—one who fought for womens empowerment in a society that often overlooked their voices. However, her insights are sometimes clouded by the limited perspective of a 19th-century outsider. Her travels came to an unexpected ...

Six Minutes Somewhere Else is the hopeful travel and nature podcast that helps you temporarily forget the fears and frictions of the world and immerse yourself in the beauty, wonder and hope of nature in locations near and far. I'm Matt Brace: travel writer, book author, photographer and foreign correspondent. Travel with me to lush forests and desert dunes, windswept mountains and the shores of peaceful lakes to experience the restorative power of the natural world. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join us for a gripping true story that unfolds the extraordinary wartime resilience of six courageous Frenchwomen as their quiet country town faces the harsh realities of a German invasion during World War I. - Summary by Jael Baldwin

In this eye-opening account, a merchant shares his firsthand experiences of daily life within the prisons of England. He delves into the routines and treatment of inmates, recounting poignant stories of how his fellow prisoners found themselves behind bars. Through his reflections on the penal system, its shortcomings, and potential reforms, listeners will discover striking parallels to the challenges we still face regarding the treatment of criminals today. (Introduction by Elaine Webb)

Six little ducklings and their mom live in a hollow tree down by the river. Join them as the grow up by the water and learn more about themselves and their animal neighbors. - Summary by Mary Kay

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