Book Review: In a Sunburned Country aka Down Under by Bill Bryson
Cover of Down Under
It’s been a few years since I read my first Bill Bryson book, A Walk in the Woods. I really enjoyed it.
In a Sunburned Country (also known as Down Under) followed suit. It is a delightful book about Bill’s travels throughout Australia. As I’ve always been interested in Australia and have wanted to visit, this book was an informative narrative about its people, places and unusual history.
Bill visits the cities, small towns and ventures into the outback. He has some great stories to tell about the uniqueness of this country. He freely admits that he loves the place and it’s evident in his writing. I particularly enjoyed his dry sense of humor sprinkled throughout In a Sunburned Country and I prefer that title over the European Down Under version.
If you ever wanted to learn about the “real” Australia, this is the book for you. It’s long but well worth it.
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I have loved reading since I was a toddler. Going to the library for new books was, and still is, a weekly highlight for me, although now I primarily “go to the library” from my Kindle. I would almost rather sit at my desk at work and read a good book than go out with friends for lunch.
My fascination for the written word was the impetus for a degree in English and later, a Master’s in Teaching. It was a great thrill teaching little ones to read and note just the moment that they “got it.”
Over the years I’ve published numerous articles in print and online and currently write at http://esmeowl12.hubpages.com. My first e-book has been published: Alphamania: An Alphabet Resource for Teachers and Parents. Purchase a copy now at http://smashwords.com/books/view/122048. Keep up to date on the book at http://alphabetletters.wordpress.com.
I look forward to sharing books with readers in ReaderJots. Happy reading!
Cindy A. Johnson
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I haven’t read any of his works, but many people like him. I’ll have to give him a go.
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