"I am easily distracted by the things that fascinate me."

Bill Bryson (1951)
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About Bill Bryson

Bill Bryson is a best-selling American author known for his humorous and informative books on travel, science, language, and more. He was born in Des Moines, Iowa, in 1951. Bryson moved to the United Kingdom in the 1970s, where he worked as a journalist. His writing is characterized by wit, curiosity, and a knack for making complex topics accessible to a wide audience. Some of his popular works include 'A Short History of Nearly Everything' and 'Notes from a Small Island.' Bryson's works have garnered critical acclaim and won several awards.

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