Why Don't Spiders Stick to Their Webs?

What happens if you fall into a black hole? Does subliminal advertising work? Why don't spiders stick to their webs? Award-winning science writer Robert Matthews answers the most baffling and intriguing questions sent by members of the general public, with some surprising results. From the edges of the universe to the fate of odd socks, this collection unravels the science that surrounds us, and is a must-read for all inquisitive minds.