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One Summer

One Summer

America, 1927
EssaysHistory
Pages
544
Published
2013
Language
English

Synopsis

Join Bill Bryson as he transports you to the extraordinary summer of 1927, a pivotal moment when America truly found its stride. Discover a nation buzzing with a booming economy, groundbreaking inventions, and larger-than-life figures like Charles Lindbergh, Al Capone, and Babe Ruth. This entertaining narrative non-fiction piece captures a forgotten era of reckless optimism and vibrant energy, showcasing how a single summer reshaped the world.

Prose complexity
7/10

Vibe

InformativeThought-ProvokingFunnyAdventurous
Coming of Age

Genres

Essays History Sociology

About the author

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Bill Bryson

Bill Bryson (born 8 December 1951 in Des Moines, Iowa) is an American-British writer of humorous travel books, popular science and books on the English language. He moved to England in 1977, worked as a journalist at The Times and The Independent, and broke through with Notes from a Small Island (1995) and A Walk in the Woods (1997). A Short History of Nearly Everything (2003) won the Aventis Prize for science books. He was Chancellor of Durham University from 2005 to 2011, is an honorary fellow...

Frequently asked questions

  • How does One Summer compare to Bill Bryson's other travelogues?

    While Bill Bryson's signature wit and engaging narrative style are present, One Summer differs from his typical travelogues by focusing on a specific historical period in one country rather than a journey across multiple locations. It delves deeply into the cultural and social fabric of 1927 America, offering a historical snapshot rather than a contemporary travel experience.

  • Is One Summer based on real historical events and figures?

    The book meticulously chronicles actual events and features numerous real historical figures from the summer of 1927, including prominent individuals in aviation, sports, and crime. Bryson draws on extensive research to bring this specific period of American history to life through factual accounts.