His writings are intertwined with recurring humorous themes, notably, in the chapter Crossing Australia he makes constant reference to drinking of urine to survive, as was done by many 19th century explorers. In a style similar to his book A Walk in the Woods, Bryson's research enabled him to include many stories about Australia's 19th-century explorers and settlers who suffered extreme deprivations, as well as details about its natural resources, culture, and economy. Details Select delivery location Used: Good Details Sold by greshambooks Access codes and supplements are not guaranteed with used items. Bill Bryson In a Sunburned Country Hardcover Jby Bill Bryson (Author) 7,285 ratings See all formats and editions Kindle 14.99 Read with Our Free App Audiobook 0.00 Free with your Audible trial Hardcover 26.99 173 Used from 1.59 21 New from 18.98 13 Collectible from 10. This book is a compilation of his wacky encounters and hilarious anecdotes in this one book. He travelled to all of these regions at different points in time. Details Or fastest delivery January 13 - 19. Bill, takes us through all the regions of Australia which he affectionately categorised as the outback, civilised Australia and around the edge. In this book, Bill Bryson describes his travels by railway and car throughout Australia, his conversations with people in all walks of life about the history, geography, unusual plants and animals of the country, and his wry impressions of the life, culture and amenities (or lack thereof) in each locality. In a Sunburned Country: Bryson, Bill: 9781606864593: : Books Buy used: 18.34 3.99 delivery January 23 - 24. In a Sunburned Country, Bryson tells us that Australia is the largest island on the planet and - in terms of land mass - the sixth largest country. In other countries, including Britain, the book was titled Down Under. The title is taken from the famous Australian poem, 'My Country'.

In a Sunburned Country is the 2000 travelogue book about Australia written by best-selling travel writer Bill Bryson. rak s vlemnyek egy helyen Every time Bill Bryson walks out the door, memorable travel literature threatens to break out.

In a sunburned country by bill bryson