Notes from a Small Island by Bill Bryson
Book description
Veering from the ludicrous to the endearing and back again, Notes from a Small Island is a delightfully irreverent jaunt around the unparalleled floating nation that has produced zebra crossings, Shakespeare, Twiggie Winkie’s Farm, and places with names like Farleigh Wallop and Titsey. Published in 1996, 324 pages.
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Memoir discussion questions available from readinggroupguide.com
Additional information
“Bill Bryson Is More Popular Than The Beatles” Author Interview by Dave Weich at Powells.com.
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