Description
Bill Bryson invites readers on a hilarious and nostalgic journey back to his 1950s Iowa childhood, a time of burgeoning consumerism and innocent fantasy. Through the lens of his alter ego, "The Thunderbolt Kid," Bryson vividly recreates the everyday life of his loving, eccentric family and the unique atmosphere of his hometown. This memoir masterfully blends personal memory with keen observations on a bygone era, exploring themes of imagination, family, and the peculiar optimism of post-war America. With his signature wit and warmth, Bryson delivers a portrait of growing up that is both deeply personal and universally resonant.
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paperback
National Geographic Books
Published Oct 17, 2006
ISBN: 9780767919364
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First Published
2006
Language
eng
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