A Short History of Nearly Everything

by Bryson, Bill
ISBN: 9780552997041
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  • Format: TradePaperback
  • Author: Bryson, Bill
  • ISBN: 9780552997041
  • Condition: Used
  • Number Of Pages: 686
  • Publication Year: 2009

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  • Curious journalist's romp through the history of modern science.

    Ryan F. - 1 year 8 months ago

    Let an experienced journalist and travel writer pick the brains of leading scientists and share in the bounty that falls out. From the birth of our universe to theories of human evolution, Bryson sheds light on the fascinating and often quirky pioneers and theories that comprise our current understanding of the world and the immense space that surrounds it. Replete with little known tid bits and tasty backstage drama, it's an enlightening peak behind the curtain. If you've never had an interest in science this just might be the book to open you up.

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  • Engaging and educational, oriented toward the layman

    Jade R. - 3 years 1 month ago

    Bill Bryson's A Short History of Nearly Everything is exactly as the name suggests. Bryson writes about the scientific history of Earth from the beginning, covering all different major branches of science. What makes it truly enjoyable is that Bryson is not a scientist, and the book is written to be approachable and enjoyable for the layman reader. He relates not only the scientific facts of Earth's history and processes, but also the always interesting and sometimes funny stories behind how these discoveries were made. If you're looking for something real and substantial, but not heavy or drudging, A Short History of Nearly Everything is for you. For an additional treat, check out the book in audio. Bryson reads it himself, and it is a joy to hear the author's words in his own voice.

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  • Informative and approachable

    Jade R. - 5 years 8 months ago

    Bill Bryson's A Short History of Nearly Everything is as the title suggests - a brief but educational review of the scientific history and processes of the earth. What makes this book so enjoyable, is that Bryson is not a scientist, and the book is written with the layman in mind. If you're looking for something interesting and educational, but not drudging or bogged down in jargon, this is for you. For an extra treat try listening to the book on audio. Bryson reads the book himself, and it is a joy to hear it related in the author's voice.

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  • Intriguing History in Action

    Crystal B. - 6 years 3 months ago

    A Short History of Nearly Everything is a fantastic read for those just curious about history or those who apply intense study. Bryson has a unique and comedic linguistic style that enthralls the reader. Unlike most history/science books, Bryson brings to light the individuals and some of the most complex and fortuitous events whose creations, influences, and revelations have brought various fields of science and history to their groundwork today. This a book that will amuse and enrich your life.

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  • Makes up for those awful Science textbooks

    Tanya H. - 7 years 2 months ago

    An excellent and engaging look into the world of science, making it fascinating for anyone who fell asleep over their exceedingly boring Science school books. Bryson takes the reader through a whole variety of subjects with wit and humor, going behind the scenes, into the lives of the famous, and not-so-famous-but-really-should-be inventors and pioneers in their fields. Highly Recommended!

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