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Mel hears the next chapter in the Robert Louis Stevenson classic, Treasure Island. She'll explore the world of lighthouses, and follow the African journey of the humble swallow.

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Mon 23 Jan 201216:00
BBC Radio 4 Extra

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Chapters

  • The first lighthouse

    Adam Hart-Davis explores the history of the first ever lighthouse, and the man behind it.

    Duration: 04:07

  • Chinese New Year

    As we celebrate Chinese New Year, Mel finds out why each year has its own animal.

    Duration: 04:27

  • Soundscape: A Swallow's Journey

    Our swallow travels north through Africa.

    Duration: 13:41

  • Navigating at sea

    Presenter Quentin Cooper finds out how the Longitude Act changed navigation forever.

    Duration: 06:32

  • The Union Jack...

    Union Jack? Or Union Flag...???

    Duration: 02:55

  • Rupert Penry-Jones

    Today's Daily Dalek is Spooks star Rupert Penry-Jones.

    Duration: 04:20

  • Treasure Island

    Part 6 of our story - Treasure Island.

    Duration: 12:06

Broadcast

  • Mon 23 Jan 201216:00
    BBC Radio 4 Extra