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Scott Edwin Williams

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Born

in Sydney, Australia

Website

http://www.lightbulbmomentshistory.com

Twitter

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Genre

History, Humor and Comedy, Travel

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Bill Bryson
Mary Roach
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Member Since

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Scott Edwin Williams is an Australian writer, humorist, and history nerd who is fascinated by big ideas and innovations throughout human history. Viewing the 1969 moon landing on television as a child sparked his lifelong interest in humanity’s major accomplishments.

His book series “Lightbulb Moments in Human History,” takes a comedic yet insightful look at the breakthroughs and eccentric figures that have shaped civilization.

His new book, Unearthed: A History Nerd Abroad in Europe, is equal parts historical deep dive, buddy comedy, and existential detour.

With wit, irreverence, and the occasional near-death experience, it captures what happens when you finally take the trip you've been putting off for years-and find more than you bargaine ...more

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