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📘 A short history of nearly everything by Bill Bryson

A Short History of Nearly Everything is a popular‑science volume by American author Bill Bryson that recounts the development of natural science in an accessible, engaging style. Using clear language, Bryson surveys the major branches of science—chemistry, paleontology, astronomy, particle physics, and geology—tracing their evolution from the Big Bang, through the rise of quantum mechanics, to modern discoveries. The book became a bestselling title in the United Kingdom in 2005, selling over 300,000 copies, and is noted for its blend of humor, curiosity, and concise explanations of complex concepts.

First publish date: 2003

Genre: Science/Physics

Authors: Bill Bryson

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