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One Of The Worlds Most Beloved Writers And New York Times Bestselling Author Of A Walk In The Woods And The Body Takes His Ultimate Journeyinto The Most Intriguing And Intractable Questions That Science Seeks To Answer.In A Walk In The Woods, Bill Bryson Trekked The Appalachian Trailwell, Most Of It. In A Sunburned Country, He Confronted Some Of The Most Lethal Wildlife Australia Has To Offer. Now, In His Biggest Book, He Confronts His Greatest Challenge: To Understandand, If Possible, Answerthe Oldest, Biggest Questions We Have Posed About The Universe And Ourselves. Taking As Territory Everything From The Big Bang To The Rise Of Civilization, Bryson Seeks To Understand How We Got From There Being Nothing At All To There Being Us. To That End, He Has Attached Himself To A Host Of The Worlds Most Advanced (And Often Obsessed) Archaeologists, Anthropologists, And Mathematicians, Travelling To Their Offices, Laboratories, And Field Camps. He Has Read (Or Tried To Read) Their Books, Pestered Them With Questions, Apprenticed Himself To Their Powerful Minds. A Short History Of Nearly Everything Is The Record Of This Quest, And It Is A Sometimes Profound, Sometimes Funny, And Always Supremely Clear And Entertaining Adventure In The Realms Of Human Knowledge, As Only Bill Bryson Can Render It. Science Has Never Been More Involving Or Entertaining.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is 'A Short History of Nearly Everything' about? A: This book by Bill Bryson explores fundamental questions about the universe, covering topics from the Big Bang to the rise of civilization. It combines science with storytelling to make complex ideas accessible and entertaining.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'A Short History of Nearly Everything' is Bill Bryson, a renowned writer known for his engaging style and bestsellers like 'A Walk in the Woods'.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: The book was published on September 14, 2004, and is available in a first edition format.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The book has a total of 544 pages, providing an in-depth exploration of various scientific concepts.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This edition of 'A Short History of Nearly Everything' is bound in paperback, making it lightweight and portable.
- Q: Is this book suitable for someone without a science background? A: Yes, Bill Bryson's writing is known for being accessible to general readers, making complex scientific concepts understandable for those without a formal science background.
- Q: What topics are covered in 'A Short History of Nearly Everything'? A: The book covers a wide range of topics including the Big Bang, evolution, geology, and the history of scientific discovery, all woven together in a narrative that is both informative and entertaining.
- Q: Can this book be used as a reference for academic studies? A: While it offers valuable insights into scientific concepts, it is primarily a narrative non-fiction work meant for general readers rather than a formal academic reference.
- Q: What is the condition of the book being sold? A: The book is in new condition, ensuring that buyers receive a high-quality product.
- Q: Is there a specific audience that would enjoy this book? A: This book appeals to a broad audience, including those interested in science, history, and general knowledge, as well as fans of Bill Bryson's humorous writing style.