In which The Author carries out his usual audit of unexpected trivia
- In the Netherlands, twin sisters Louise and Martine Fokkens have recently retired from prostitution – at the age of 71. Between them, they estimate they have slept with over 355,000 clients. (Pick of the Week, Radio 4, June 16.)
- Geneticists have discovered that populations of snails in the west of Ireland share characteristics with snails in the Pyrenees – but not those living in the area in between. (Material World, Radio 4, June 20.)
- Contrary to all my expectations, Radio 4 has actually managed to commission the least funny ‘comedy’ show ever – so far, anyway. (My First Planet, Radio 4, June 27.)
Being a Non-Linear Account of the Life and Opinions of The Author, Cross-referenced and Illustrated, with Occasional Hesitations, Repetitions and Deviations.
An Autobiography in Random Chapters 