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By Mary Roach

Narrated by: Mary Roach

Unabridged — 8 hours, 37 minutes

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Mary Roach travels across the world to uncover the impact modern science has on the human body. From stem cell centers to a working iron lung, Roach shares relevant and informative examples of science in action.

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