Title: A Fresh Perspective
Product review: Every time I read (or listen to) a Bill Bryson book, I start laughing on page one and don't stop until I put it down. What sets this one apart is the format - it's a collection of columns instead of his usual full-length book, but he embraces the format, using it to talk about many facets of life in Britain and America. It's so interesting to hear about our daily American lives from the perspective of a prodigal son, since he both feels familiar and at odds with the culture at the same time. He misses things we've forgotten existed, and finds things we take for granted new and worth commenting on. I've never found another book written by someone in similar circumstances. If you like audio books at all, I highly recommend any Bill Bryson on audio. He reads everything himself, and it adds many layers of enjoyment. Not to mention that Iowan-British accent!
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