The Body
A Guide for Occupants - THE SUNDAY TIMES NO.1 BESTSELLER
(Autor) Bill BrysonBill Bryson sets off to find out exactly how the human body works and what goes on inside it and soon finds it is infinitely more complex and wondrous, and ofter more mysterious, than he had ever expected. Travelling from brain to neither regions, and from the start of life to the end, he reveals we are an ashtonishing story of success. And the history of how we have tried to masterour biology and stave off disease is packed with forgotten heroes, astounding anecdotes and extraordinary facts.
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.