A Really Short Journey Through the Body
An illustrated edition of the bestselling book about our incredible anatomy
(Author) Bill Bryson'A sure fire winner . . . sparkles with interest and excitement throughout' Guardian Best Children's Books of 2023 'Offers children a series of fascinating scientific facts' Daily Telegraph We spend our whole lives in one body and yet most of us have practically no idea how it works and what goes on inside it. Want to know why the skin is the biggest organ? Why our brains can see into the future? Or why your eyes are back to front? Packed full of facts, big numbers (such as the amount of microbes that make you) and small numbers (the size of those very tiny microbes) all in full-colour. This non-fiction book, packed with wonder from the globally bestselling Bill Bryson is a head-to-toe tour of the most amazing thing about you - YOUR BODY!
Bill Bryson
Bill Bryson is an American author known for his humorous and engaging travel writing. His most notable works include "A Walk in the Woods," "Notes from a Small Island," and "In a Sunburned Country." Bryson's writing style is characterized by his wit, charm, and ability to make complex subjects accessible to readers. He has made significant contributions to the travel writing genre by blending personal anecdotes with historical and cultural insights. One of his most famous works, "A Short History of Nearly Everything," explores scientific concepts in a way that is entertaining and easy to understand. Bryson's impact on literature lies in his ability to entertain and educate readers while taking them on a journey around the world.
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