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by Bill Bryson
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The Drift Of Things
The Drift Of Things rated it 15 years ago
I read this book two times in about six months, so I think I'm done with the cover to cover work. I have it marked and highlighted and handy for reference. Along with discussions of spelling and usage, Bryson includes many examples of incorrect usage from well-known publications and authors (includ...
Thief of Camorr
Thief of Camorr rated it 16 years ago
What an organised mind Bryson must have, to be able to put together such a needed collection of information. I would find it hard to believe that a single person exists that wouldn't learn something from this book, I know I've been corrected on several things. I had no idea that Americans use the ...
Kaethe
Kaethe rated it 18 years ago
Well, I suppose if I'd paid more attention to the subtitle, I might have understood, but I didn't, so I didn't. It's a really good reference tool, but not the amusing narrative I was expecting. As a reference though, it'd be a great addition to the bookshelf.
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