The Lost Continent
Book description
'I come from Des Moines. Somebody had to'
And, as soon as Bill Bryson was old enough, he left. Des Moines couldn't hold him, but it did lure him back. After ten years in England, he returned to the land of his youth, and drove almost 14,000 miles in search…
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2 authors picked The Lost Continent as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?
When influencers talk about travel, it makes it sound so sexy and effortless. But in between those romanticized moments, travel can be quite frustrating as you try to figure out which way to go on a street or discover that a museum is actually quite boring.
Bryson makes the mundane entertaining, weaving in his humor in a relatable way. Having lived in Britain for much of his adult life, this book on him rediscovering America had me cracking up at every turn.
From Kristen's list on travel books that’ll make you laugh until your side hurts.
Bill Bryson is the gold standard of finding humor and poignancy in his travels and I look up to his writing – he permitted me to embrace the joyful weirdness of America in my own writing.
Bryson sets off on a road trip across America, revisiting the small towns of his youth. Bryson's witty observations and candid reflections offer a satirical yet affectionate commentary on the idiosyncrasies of American life.
With his signature blend of humor and insight, Bryson captures the essence of the American heartland, simultaneously evoking laughter, incredulity, and contemplation.
From Ryan's list on nonfiction about the great American road trip.
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