Present at the Creation by Amir D. Aczel

Present at the Creation

Unraveling the Universe's Big Bang in Your Ears

Written byAmir D. Aczel
Narrated byByron Wagner
Length8h23m
Release dateOctober 5, 2010
LanguageEnglish
★★★★ 4.2 (15 ratings)

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AuthorAmir D. Aczel
NarratorByron Wagner
Runtime8h23m
PublishedOctober 5, 2010
Rating★★★★ 4.2 / 5 (15 ratings)
CategoriesScience & Engineering, Science, History & Philosophy, History, Physics
FormatAudiobook (Digital)
PlatformAudible

About This Audiobook

Amir D. Aczel's 'Present at the Creation' is a thrilling ride into the heart of the Large Hadron Collider, the world's most powerful machine. Aczel, with his signature clarity, demystifies particle physics, making complex concepts accessible. Byron Wagner's narration is the cherry on top, his measured pace and crisp enunciation making each word count. This isn't just a science book; it's a detective story, a tale of human ingenuity and curiosity.

Tags: Science & EngineeringParticle PhysicsCERNLarge Hadron ColliderAccessible ScienceHistory of Science

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  • Expert narration by Byron Wagner brings every character and scene to life across 8h23m of immersive audio.
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Editor's Review ★★★★

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Listening to 'Present at the Creation' felt like being a fly on the wall of history. Wagner's narration is steady and engaging, like a seasoned tour guide leading you through the labyrinthine tunnels of CERN. He brings Aczel's words to life, making even the most abstract concepts feel tangible. The pacing is perfect, never bogging down in jargon, always propelling you forward. My only critique? I wish there were more personal anecdotes from the scientists involved. But that's a minor quibble in an otherwise outstanding audiobook experience.

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