Book of the Week - The Hair of the Dog and Other Scientific Surprises - Episode 4

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.