57 pages 1 hour read

Bill Bryson

A Short History of Nearly Everything

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2003

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Bill Bryson's A Short History of Nearly Everything offers an accessible and engaging science primer. Readers appreciate its humor and clarity, making complex topics understandable. Criticized for occasional oversimplification, it remains a popular pick for those curious about science and history. Overall, a highly readable and informative book.

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Who Should Read A Short History of Nearly Everything?

A reader who enjoys A Short History of Nearly Everything by Bill Bryson is curious about science and history, appreciates humor, and enjoys learning complex topics in an accessible way. Fans of Stephen Hawking's A Brief History of Time and Yuval Noah Harari's Sapiens would find this book equally engaging and enlightening.

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Reading Age

16+years

Book Details

Topics
Science / Nature
History: World
Philosophy
Genre
Philosophy
Humor