WHAT EINSTEIN KEPT UNDER HIS HAT Secrets of Science in the Kitchen

Cooking is science! That’s the epiphany one experiences after only a few minutes of listening to this book. Even better, Sean Runnette’s charming and flawless narration emphasizes the work’s funnier bits, of which there are many. And, using a slightly slower than usual delivery, he makes sure one can absorb every word. Familiarity with the authors’ earlier books on quirky kitchen science isn’t necessary—they simply dive off into a new compilation of fun facts. Runnette’s tone perfectly conveys what a kick the husband-and-wife authors get out of their work. Listeners who download this can access the recipes, figures, and tables on the Tantor Web site. D.G. © AudioFile 2012, Portland, Maine [Published: JULY 2012]