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A Short History of Nearly Everything

By: Bill Bryson
Narrated by: William Roberts
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A Short History of Nearly Everything is Bill Bryson's quest to understand everything that has happened from the Big Bang to the rise of civilization. He takes subjects that normally bore the pants off most of us, like geology, chemistry, and particle physics, and aims to render them comprehensible to people who have never thought they could be interested in science. In the company of some extraordinary scientists, Bill Bryson reveals the world in a way most of us have never seen it before.©2003 Bill Bryson (P)2014 Audible, Inc. Chemistry Earth Sciences Geology History History & Philosophy Natural History Nature & Ecology Philosophy Physics Science World

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In his latest release, A Short History of Nearly Everything, Bill Bryson compounds the story of human existence, or rather what is known of it so far, into one incredible audiobook expertly narrated by American voice performer William Roberts. Be entertained by even the most complex of discoveries, all broken down in a way that makes them understandable and enlightening. Covering innumerable topics of human achievements, you will be tremendously inspired by the significance these discoveries have had on life as we know it today. Available now from Audible.

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"To read Bryson is to travel with a memoirist gifted with wry observation and keen insight that shed new light on things we mistake for commonplace. To accompany the author as he travels with the likes of Charles Darwin on the Beagle, Albert Einstein or Isaac Newton is a trip worth taking." (Publishers Weekly)
"Stylish [and] stunningly accurate prose....Brims with strange and amazing facts...destined to become a modern classic of science writing." (The New York Times)
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What a great introduction to science. Bryson's great skill is to make a complicated subject enjoyable and easy to understand. Some of the most memorable moments in the book come from the stories of the various scientests detailed. A great read (listen!)

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A great listen and read well by William Roberts. Every chapter was packed full of amazing facts that made me just want to listen on. There were very few dull moments and the highlights more than easily out-weighed these. So much of the book has interested me and made me want to learn more on the many subjects covered in the book. You don't necessarily need any prior knowledge on the subjects and is spoken on a intermidiate level. The unabridged version is great, only I wish it went on for longer! I am anticipating another listen later this year - it's that good.

A fascinating insight into (almost) everything...

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I found it hard to get out of the car while listening to this book. Every part of it was fascinating. This was the first of my Audible books and it will be awfully hard to top. Bryson manages to delve into complex topics but still be funny. William Roberts is wonderful, very easy to listen to. He delivers Bryson's dry wit brilliantly. This book has made me want to learn more about 'nearly everything'. Topics which have the potential to be dull are exciting and intoxicating in this book. If you listen to nothing else, you really need to listen to this. I know I will listen to it many times over.

An incredible read (...listen)

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Would you consider the audio edition of A Short History of Nearly Everything to be better than the print version?

yes read and listened prefer to listen

What was one of the most memorable moments of A Short History of Nearly Everything?

too many to list

What about William Roberts’s performance did you like?

easy listening

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great starter for anyone wanting to know more about the world and universe

great precursor to understand the universe

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i enjoyed listening to this book so much...i wrote in the review space.
now that's really saying something!

a short history of nearly everything

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very interesting content.
well read and engaging
last three chapter was boring for me personally

Great summary of everything

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What did you love best about A Short History of Nearly Everything?

I have just finished this book and I am about to listen to it for a second time which I have never done with a previous book. So many interesting facts and figures that they don't all sink in the first time. For anybody with even a passing interest in science and global warming this is a must read. William Roberts breezy style of reading is just right to keep the listener interested through what is quite complicated subject matter in places. I wish my science teachers at school had made the subjects this interesting.

An amazing blend of history and scientific facts

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It's long, but worth it. Very interesting.

Great

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Now slightly dated, but an enjoyable wealth of fascinating information, Bill Bryson takes you on his journey to discover how incredible it is to be part of this universe.

Enjoyable Knowledge

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The narration is brilliant, the story is profound and moving. Everyone should read this as a minimum

Just excellent

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