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Bill Bryson

2 books summarized.

A Short History of Nearly Everything cover

A Short History of Nearly Everything

Bill Bryson

5-min read

The Body: A Guide for Occupants cover

The Body: A Guide for Occupants

Bill Bryson

7-min read

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