Right Hand, Left Hand

Winner of the Aventis Science Book Prize. ''A scientific detective story, a brilliant cross between Edgar Allan Poe and Gray''s anatomy'' J G Ballard, New Stateman Books of the Year

''Fascinating'' New Scientist

''Wonderful'' Nature

- What is the connection between Paul McCartney, Leonardo Da Vinci and Babe Ruth?
- Why are parrots and peacocks left-footed?
- Do left-handers behave differently from rig...