I read this years ago and remember it to be so entertaining that I want to read it again. A family travels around the world for a year+ while living o...moreI read this years ago and remember it to be so entertaining that I want to read it again. A family travels around the world for a year+ while living on a very limited budget. They get themselves into some extremely precarious situations so, at times, you find yourself wondering if they're crazy to drag their kids through this. Definitely will reread it soon!(less)
I read most of this book on a plane and was literally laughing out loud (much to the annoyance of the lady across the aisle!). Before reading it, I su...moreI read most of this book on a plane and was literally laughing out loud (much to the annoyance of the lady across the aisle!). Before reading it, I suggest looking at the table of contents to see if you're interested in the cities Bryson visits. If not, his sarcastic commentary may get a bit old. If you're picking up Bryson for the first time, I suggest A Walk in the Woods. (less)
Not bad, not great. Parts quite humorous but overly repetitive- hitchhikes to the next town, goes to pub.... Skip this book and read Born to Run, whic...moreNot bad, not great. Parts quite humorous but overly repetitive- hitchhikes to the next town, goes to pub.... Skip this book and read Born to Run, which is excellent. (less)
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