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tony
12-31-2007, 05:17 PM
When I find a good book, I want to share it with everybody.

In a Sunburned Country by Bill Bryson.

I like his writing and especially his humor, and this book has me laughing out loud.

Its a few years old and maybe many have read it, but if you haven't, give it a try.

Let us know if you laugh out loud.

redwitch
12-31-2007, 05:36 PM
Gee, Tony, getting bossy, there, dude.

Can you give us a brief synopsis of plot? Thanks!

tony
12-31-2007, 07:27 PM
No plot. He goes to Australia. Views the country, the people, the history, some of the local insanity.

redwitch
12-31-2007, 07:30 PM
TY -- Does sound like a fun read, especially since I do love the Aussies. Will check it out.

Taltarzac
12-31-2007, 07:39 PM
Here's an excerpt:

http://www.randomhouse.com/features/billbryson/bb_title/display.pperl?isbn=9780767903868&view=excerpt

redwitch
12-31-2007, 07:50 PM
TY Tal and Tony. Have definitely got to add this to my list of books to read.

Boomer
01-12-2008, 06:42 PM
I was in a bookstore the other day and for some reason remembered seeing the recommendation here for "In a Sunburned Country" so I bought it.

My husband is reading it now and to answer the question in the original post -- Yes, he is laughing out loud.

He also now thinks that we need to go to Australia.

This may just be the most expensive book I have ever bought.

nONIE
01-12-2008, 11:16 PM
Boomer,

Be happy the book inspired hubby to travel to Australia. Sounds like a wonderful vacation.

Remember, If you dont do it when your up to it, you'll never do it again!!!! Enjoy