Physics for Rock Stars, Christine McKinley
Physics for Rock Stars, Christine McKinley
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Physics for Rock Stars
Making the Laws of the Universe Work for You

Author: Christine McKinley

Narrator: Tavia Gilbert

Unabridged: 6 hr 18 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Publisher: Ascent Audio

Published: 07/01/2014


Synopsis

From the host of the History channel’s Brad Meltzer’s Decoded: the laws of the universe like you’ve never experienced them before.

This approachable audiobook explains the world of physics with clarity, humor, and a dash of adventure. Physics for Rock Stars is not a weighty treatise on science, but a personal tour of physics from a quirky friend.

Anyone who’s ever wondered why nature abhors a vacuum, what causes magnetic attraction, or how to jump off a moving train or do a perfect stage dive will find answers and a few laughs too. No equations, numbers, or tricky concepts—just an inspiring and comical romp through the basics of physics and the beauty of the organized universe.

Reviews

Physics for Rock Stars: Making the Laws of the Universe Work for You is a nonfiction, science book written by Christine McKinley, a mechanical engineer and the host of the History channel’s series: Brad Meltzer’s Decoded. Ms. McKinley takes the reader on a tour through the basics of physics while re......more

Goodreads review by Kronda

I'm a big fan of science, but I can't say I know a whole lot about it. I loved this book because it does exactly what it promises and gives you practical, science-based tips you can apply to your life. I also laughed a lot. It doesn't hurt that my name is used in the example for motion and momentum......more

Goodreads review by Quinn

A smart and engaging as hell way to bring science into your teen's, and your, life. McKinley weaves stories of growing up and falling in love with science through with real science, keeping it useful and not frightening. As a homeschooler, I think it's a great tool to just slide into your student's......more

Goodreads review by Lili

I received this book through Goodread's First Read program, and now I am reviewing it! This book was AWESOME! It takes physics and shows how incredibly relevant and life defining it is. As someone who has always been obsessed by all things science (even though, I admit, I don't necessarily understand......more