Light Physics

The mysteries of visible light, its frequency, wavelength, and how we use infrared and ultraviolet light every day. From photons to the study of optics, this audiobook explains the principles of light in a simple and fun way. Explore how powerful machines like steam engines, electric motors, and microwave ovens work, and discover the amazing technology behind everyday inventions like barometers, periscopes, and telescopes.

In M. John Harrison’s dangerously illuminating new novel, three quantum outlaws face a universe of their own creation, a universe where you make up the rules as you go along and break them just as fast, where there’s only one thing more mysterious than darkness. In contemporary London...

Learn about light, and discover how to make reflections, shadows, and rainbows.

The concept of light for beginning listeners.

Awe-inspiring and accessible, this exclusive audio documentary by bestselling author Annaka Harris explores the unknown corners of consciousness and the cosmos. 'Follow along as Annaka Harris interviews (and graciously challenges) the world’s leading scientists on the nature of...

Best-selling author, superstar physicist, and cofounder of the World Science Festival Brian Greene (The Elegant Universe, The Fabric of the Cosmos) and an ensemble cast led by award-winning actor Paul Rudd (Ant-Man) perform this dramatic story tracing Albert Einstein's discovery of the general theory of relativity.

A bowling ball is heavy. A feather is light. Why are some items heavy and others light? Find out in this series about materials and their properties. Informative, at-level text helps listeners understand the differences between heavy and light materials.

Gravity is the force on Earth that keeps things from floating into space. If we drop a dish, it will fall to the ground. If we jump into the air, we will come back down.

Join Max Axiom as he explores the science behind light. Max helps young listeners understand the critical role light plays in everything we do.

In The Smallest Lights in the Universe, MIT astrophysicist Sara Seager interweaves the story of her search for meaning and solace after losing her first husband to cancer, her unflagging search for an Earth-like exoplanet and her unexpected discovery of new love. Sara Seager has made it her...

In this book, we will break through the confusion and reveal to you the most important ideas of quantum physics, told through the amazing true story of just four bizarre discoveries–many of which were made completely by accident!

My beginner's book is your ticket to one of the coolest and most mysterious subjects out there. This isn't your average physics book. It's a portal to understanding the stuff that makes up... well, everything! Subatomic particles. Do not let their size fool you; they have a massive impact on the world around you—the fundamental part of how everything works and not as complex as you might fear.

This audiobook follows the adventures of Max Axiom as he explains the science behind light.

Unlock the mind-bending secrets of the universe and everyday physics without touching a single complex math equation. Designed for curious lifelong learners, this conversational guide transforms intimidating scientific concepts into intuitive, concrete mental pictures. Whether you are driving on...

Master the mind-bending physics of time dilation and spacetime without solving a single math equation. Perfect for an intellectually stimulating commute, this accessible popular science journey translates complex cosmology into vivid, everyday scenarios. You will trade confusing formulas for...

Discover the captivating history of physics as two seemingly distinct forces—electricity and magnetism—unite into one. Perfect for a stimulating morning commute, this awe-inspiring scientific narrative replaces dense mathematics with vivid storytelling. Satisfy your intellectual curiosity as...

Uncover the astonishing physics of everyday optics and transform your daily commute into an enlightening science journey. From the glare on your smartphone screen to the brilliant colors of a sunset, explore the hidden energy shaping everything you see. This accessible, math-free exploration...

Transform everyday playtime into an enchanting STEM quest that makes the science of light feel like pure magic for kids. Perfect for family road trips or curious bedtime listening, this playful educational adventure guides young minds through the wonders of physics. Join a lovable talking photon...

Discover the everyday technology quietly powering our modern world with this accessible popular science guide to lasers. Perfect for your daily commute, this awe-inspiring journey skips the heavy math and drops the technical jargon, transforming complex physics into vivid mental pictures...

Uncover the ultimate cosmic speed limit in this mind-bending popular science journey through the physics of spacetime. Instead of drowning in complex mathematics, you will build a profound intuition for reality through vivid thought experiments and captivating historical discoveries. Perfect for...