Bryson, Bill

A Really Short History of Nearly Everything by Bill Bryson takes us on a journey from the Big Bang to the dawn of science, and everything in between. From the centre of the planet to the dawn of the...

At Home: A Short History of Private Life by Bill Bryson is a fascinating exploration of the history of the way we live. Bryson's curiosity and wit shine through as he delves into the ordinary things...

Bill Bryson's biography of William Shakespeare unravels the complexities surrounding the life of our greatest poet and playwright. Despite his enduring fame, Shakespeare's enigmatic persona remains...

William Shakespeare: The World as a Stage A masterful biography of the Bard, Bill Bryson sets the record straight about the life and works of one of the most enigmatic figures in history. By...

The Body A Guide for Occupants by Bill Bryson is a fascinating exploration of the human body and its remarkable ability to heal itself. Bryson sets out to understand the extraordinary contraption...

The English language has a remarkable history, full of eccentricities and surprises. Bill Bryson explores this fascinating story with wit and insight, taking readers on a journey from the origins of...

Billy Bryson revisits Britain, the country he came to call home, twenty years after his first journey around the island. In this new book, he sets out to rediscover the country he thought he knew,...

Discover the difference between mean and median, blatant and flagrant, and flout and flaunt. Bill Bryson's Troublesome Words is a clear and concise guide to the problems of English usage and spelling...