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Book of the Week Spirals in Time: The Secret Life and Curious Afterlife of Seashells Episodes

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  1. Episode 5

    5/5 Molluscs continue to surprise as bellwethers of our impact on the seas.

  2. Episode 4

    4/5 Helen Scales explores the impact of fossilised shells on agriculture and geology.

  3. Episode 3

    3/5 Helen Scales shines a light on the bizarre world of the hermit crab.

  4. Episode 2

    2/5 Helen Scales considers human use of shells - as fertility symbols, jewellery and currency.

  5. Episode 1

    1/5 Dr Helen Scales defines molluscs, one of the most ancient animal groups on the planet.