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Bill Bryson returns to the United States after two decades in England to explore the country’s everyday life, traditions, and idiosyncrasies through humor and keen observation. Drawing from his Appalachian Trail experiences and a compilation of columns previously published in the Mail on Sunday, the book offers witty commentary on American social customs, politics, and the challenges of adjusting to dual identities.
First publish date: 1998
Genre: Travel & Geography/Travel Writing
Authors: Bill Bryson
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