At Home: A Short History of Private Life
At Home: A Short History of Private Life
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2010
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Book • Nonfiction
England • 19th Century
2010
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
In At Home: A Short History of Private Life, Bill Bryson explores the history and evolution of domestic living spaces by examining each room of his Victorian house in England. He provides insights into how everyday objects and practices have shaped private life over time.
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Bill Bryson's At Home: A Short History of Private Life is praised for its engaging narrative and meticulous research, blending humor with historical insight. Readers appreciate the broad range of topics, though some find the amount of detail overwhelming. Overall, it's a compelling read for those intrigued by the intersection of social history and domestic spaces.
Who Should Read At Home: A Short History of Private Life?
Readers enamored with history, everyday marvels, and the quirks of domestic life will appreciate At Home: A Short History of Private Life by Bill Bryson. Comparable to works like A History of the World in 6 Glasses by Tom Standage and The Hidden Life of Trees by Peter Wohlleben, this book caters to curious minds who enjoy uncovering the extraordinary in the mundane.
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Book • Nonfiction
England • 19th Century
2010
Adult
18+ years
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