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A Really Short History of Nearly Everything

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Explore the mysteries of the universe without ever leaving your home! Bill Bryson takes on the world of science and answers questions big and small, perfect for curious readers looking to learn outside of the classroom! Did you know that: • Every atom in your body has almost certainly passed through several stars and been part of millions of organisms on its way to being you? • If you are an average-sized kid, you have enough potential energy inside you to explode with the force of several hydrogen bombs? And—What happened to dinosaurs? How big is the universe? Why are oceans salty? Is a meteor going to hit us? Tackling everything from the Big Bang to the rise of civilization, Bill Bryson’s inimitable storytelling skill makes the why, how, and, just as importantly, the who of scientific discovery entertaining and accessible for young readers. Read more

Publisher ‏ : ‎ Delacorte Press


Publication date ‏ : ‎ October 27, 2009


Edition ‏ : ‎ First Edition


Language ‏ : ‎ English


Print length ‏ : ‎ 169 pages


ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0385738102


ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 01


Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.12 pounds


Reading age ‏ : ‎ 8 - 12 years, from customers


Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 8.75 x 0.68 x 11.32 inches


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    • very informative for young kids
Got this as a Christmas present for my eight-year-old, and she loves it! Important concepts and events in history have been written in such an easy to understand way for kids. Highly recommended.
Reviewed in the United States on December 28, 2022 by Sd1126
    • Perfect book for a curious kid
I bought this for my 7-year-old daughter. She is an advanced reader and has a strong interest in science, so I thought this would be right up her alley. Was it ever! She's toted "A Really Short History of Nearly Everything" to school every day for the last week so she has it for free reading time. The illustrations and photographs are high-quality and interesting, and the explanations are clear and factual. My daughter has needed to ask the meaning of a few words that are beyond her current vocabulary, but that's a great way to learn them. I see this book getting a lot of use over the next few years. I couldn't be happier with my purchase. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on May 1, 2016 by K. R.
    • Great Gift for a Preteen!
This hardback book is very sturdy and well-made. Present and easy to read format with lots of pictures It is clearly printed, and the colors are vibrant. I bought it as a gift for my friend’s preteen. He loved it and immediately started looking through it. It’s great for sparking curiosity. I also recommend Bill Bryson‘s other books. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on June 4, 2024 by Annie Girl
    • Not the adult version of this book
I meant to get the adult version of this book. It's easy to get the wrong one because the rather long title is the same less one word. So this is really aimed at kids. That was disappointing, but I read it anyway and enjoyed it. One day, I'll probably try again and get the right version for adults which is called A Short History of Nearly Everything. I bought this because I love his book The Body: A Guide for Occupants. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on August 19, 2025 by Krazy Star
    • Pictures are nice and clear
Pictures are nice and clear easy to read for adults and love the feel of the paper
Reviewed in the United States on December 13, 2024 by Katy
    • Lively and informative
Lots of fun, fundamental facts about science, covering a massive range of topics. It's like an encyclopedia but written with verve and humor. I bought it primarily for my 8-year daughter, but the whole family enjoys it.
Reviewed in the United States on December 12, 2020 by J. Rothwell
    • First grade grandson devoured the book!
I had enjoyed reading Bryson’s A Short History of Nearly Everything. I have 7 grandchildren and decided they might enjoy reading A Really Short History of Nearly Everything with colorful, fun illustrations. Even though my first grader grandson in particular had always had a fascination with science, I was surprised and proud of how he devoured the book, reading parts of it out loud to his parents. He was so taken with it that he finished reading it cover to cover in a few weeks often asking mom or dad what a new word meant. He learned about many exciting science areas of study but also vastly improved his reading skills in general. The other grandchildren were interested in the book but maybe not as much as Graham. However My sixth grade granddaughter also completed reading the book and even recommends it to her friends. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on September 27, 2020 by James A Mayer
    • Great. Perfect for a child or an adult.
I bought this book for my 13 yo grandson. My daughter and he take a particular subject every night and read it. Just enough info to keep his interest without boring him. She loves it.
Reviewed in the United States on October 29, 2021 by Elaine V. Amoroso

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