A Short History Of Nearly Everything - Illustrated by Bill Bryson - 2005

Transworld, London, 2005. Hardcover. Very Good Condition/Very Good. This new edition of the acclaimed bestseller is lavishly illustrated to convey, in pictures as in words, Bill Bryson's exciting, informative journey into the world of science. In A Short History of Nearly Everything, the bestselling author of One Summer, confronts his greatest challenge yet: to understand--and, if possible, answer--the oldest, biggest questions we have posed about the universe and ourselves. Taking as his territory everything from the Big Bang to the rise of civilization, Bryson seeks to understand how we got from there being nothing at all to there being us. The result is a sometimes profound, sometimes funny, and always supremely clear and entertaining adventure in the realms of human knowledge, as only Bill Bryson can render it. Now, in this handsome new edition, Bill Bryson's words are supplemented by full-color artwork that explains in visual terms the concepts and wonder of science, at the same time giving face to the major players in the world of scientific study. Eloquently and entertainingly described, as well as richly illustrated, science has never been more involving or entertaining. 624 pages. Inscription to previous owner on title page. With colour photographs and drawings. Quantity Available: 1. Shipped Weight: 2-3 kilos. Category: Science; Science & Technology; ISBN: 0385609612. ISBN/EAN: 9780385609616. Inventory No: 237854.. 9780385609616 This book is extra heavy, and may involve extra shipping charges to some countries.