Episode 4
Who really invented the wheel; why one particular flower exudes the smell of nicotine; what makes the sound of a whip crack; and why a man's best friend will sense unfairness.
Karl Sabbagh book explores the surprising science behind seemingly trivial assumptions.
Who really invented the wheel; why one particular flower exudes the smell of nicotine; what makes the sound of a whip crack; and why a man's best friend will sense unfairness.
Read by Toby Longworth.
Abridged by Libby Spurrier.
A Pier Production for BBC Radio 4.
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- Thu 3 Dec 200909:45BBC Radio 4 FM
- Fri 4 Dec 200900:30BBC Radio 4
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