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At Home: Special Illustrated Edition: A Short History Of Private Life
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From One Of Our Most Beloved Authors, A Fascinating Excursion Into The History Behind The Place We Call Homenow Richly Illustrated With More Than Three Hundred Images.National Bestseller At Home Is Bill Brysons Epic Chronicle Of Domestic History. In This Handsome New Edition, His Riveting Roombyroom Journey Of Discovery Around His Housea Victorian Parsonage In Southern Englandis Enhanced By More Than Three Hundred Carefully Curated Illustrations, The Large Majorityof Them In Full Color. As He Did In The Hugely Successful A Short History Of Nearly Everything: Illustrated Edition, Bryson Complements His Sparkling Prose With Striking Illustrations Selected From A Wide Array Of Sources To Create A Feast For The Eyes As Well As The Mind. He Has One Of The Liveliest, Most Inquisitive Brains On The Planet, And He Is A Master At Turning The Seemingly Mundane Into An Occasion For The Most Diverting Exposition Imaginable. When Youve Finished This Book, You Will See Your Houseand Your Daily Lifein A New And Revelatory Light.In Bill Brysons Hands, The Bathroom Provides The Occasion For The History Of Hygiene; The Bedroom For An Account Of Sex, Death, And Sleep; The Kitchen For A Discussion Of Nutrition And The Spice Trade. From Architecture To Electricity, From Food Preservation To Epidemics, From The Telephone To The Eiffel Tower, From Crinolines To Toiletsand The Brilliant, Creative, And Often Eccentric Minds Behind Thembryson Demonstrates That Whatever Happens In The World Ends Up In Our Houses, In The Paint And The Pipes And The Pillows And Every Item Of Furniture.
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'At Home: Special Illustrated Edition'? A: The main theme of this book is the exploration of domestic history, focusing on how various aspects of life, architecture, and culture influence our homes.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The book contains 560 pages.
- Q: What type of illustrations can be found in this edition? A: This edition features more than three hundred illustrations, primarily in full color, enhancing the text and providing visual context.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'At Home: Special Illustrated Edition' is Bill Bryson.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: This book was published on October 29, 2013.
- Q: Is this book suitable for all ages? A: While the book is generally suitable for a wide audience, it contains discussions on topics such as sex and death, which may not be appropriate for younger readers.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This edition is bound in hardcover.
- Q: Can this book be considered a gift? A: Yes, the richly illustrated content and engaging writing make it an excellent gift for history enthusiasts and those interested in home life.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The book is in new condition.
- Q: Does the book include any notable features? A: Yes, it includes a special illustrated edition format that features curated illustrations complementing Bryson's prose.