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Why Is a Raven like a Writing Desk?

BBC Radio 4
on BBC Radio 4 FM

Riddles can be funny, filthy and philosophical.

Kevin Crossley-Holland quizzes schoolchildren, authors such as Ian Rankin and Paul Muldoon, and professors, in his quest to discover what gives the riddle the vitality to span time, culture and subjects.

(Rptd Saturday 11.30pm)

Contributors

Presenter:
Kevin Crossley-Holland
Interviewee:
Ian Rankin
Interviewee:
Paul Muldoon
Producer:
Julian May
Source: Radio Times

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