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- Langue
- Espagnol
- Publié en
- Maison d'édition
- RBA
- Pages
- 672
- ISBN
- 9788490060940
Thèmes
Infos sur l'édition originale
Autres éditions (23)
At Home A Short History of Private Life
2011 • Knopf Doubleday Publishing Group
Anglais
At Home
2016 • Black Swan
Anglais
At Home
2011 • BLACK SWAN
Anglais
At Home A Short History of Private Life
2010 • Knopf Doubleday Publishing Group
Anglais
At Home A Short History of Private Life
2010 • Doubleday
Anglais
Autres éditions

At Home A Short History of Private Life
2011 • Knopf Doubleday Publishing Group
Anglais

At Home
2016 • Black Swan
Anglais

At Home
2011 • BLACK SWAN
Anglais

At Home A Short History of Private Life
2010 • Knopf Doubleday Publishing Group
Anglais

At Home A Short History of Private Life
2010 • Doubleday
Anglais

At Home
2010 • Transworld
Anglais

En casa
2023 • RBA Libros
Espagnol

En casa una breve historia de la vida privada
2017 • RBA
Espagnol

AT HOME: A Short History of Private Life
2010 • Doubleday
Anglais

At Home: A Short History of Private Life (Random House Large Print)
2010 • Random House Large Print
Anglais

At Home: A Short History of Private Life
2011 • Anchor Canada
Anglais

Een huis vol een kleine geschiedenis van het dagelijks leven
2019 • Olympus
Néerlandais

At Home: A Short History of Private Life
2011 • Black Swan Books, Limited
Anglais

At Home: Special Illustrated Edition: A Short History of Private Life
2013 • Doubleday
Anglais

At Home: A Short History of Private Life (Bryson)
2010 • Doubleday
Anglais

At Home (Illustrated Edition): A short history of private life
2013 • Doubleday
Anglais

Краткая история быта и частной жизни
2016 • AST
Russe

Краткая история быта и частной жизни
2014 • AST
Russe

At Home: A Short History of Private Life
2010 • Random House Audio
Anglais

At Home: A Short History of Private Life Illustrated Edition
2013 • Doubleday Canada
Anglais

At Home: Library Edition
2010 • Random House
Anglais

At Home A Short History of Private Life
2010 • Penguin Random House
Anglais

At Home
2013 • Transworld Publishers Limited
Anglais
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Bill Bryson's book is widely praised for its incredibly entertaining, amusing, and insightful approach to history. Reviewers consistently highlight his unique ability to transform everyday objects and concepts within a home into fascinating subjects of historical exploration. The book's structure, which uses a house and its rooms as a guiding metaphor, is lauded as an astute and logical way to navigate vast amounts of information, allowing Bryson to seamlessly weave together facts from history, linguistics, and science without overwhelming the reader. Many appreciate his clear-minded research and knack for popularizing complex topics, turning what could be dry facts into an engaging narrative that makes readers look at their own surroundings with a fresh sense of wonder. The accessibility of his writing, characterized by simple language and a humorous tone, makes it a light yet substantive read, with several reviewers also commending his excellent narration for the audiobook version.
Despite its many strengths, some readers found the book's style to be overly rambling and disjointed. The narrative frequently ventures into extensive tangents, leading to criticisms that the book sometimes loses its focus on the central theme of the home, burying key information under an "avalanche of words" on tangential trivia. While many enjoy Bryson's meandering style, others found it exhaustive, longwinded, or felt the organizing principle of the house didn't consistently hold throughout. Additionally, several reviewers noted the inclusion of graphic or unsavory historical details, particularly concerning sanitation, disease, and medical practices, which some found disgusting or alarming. A few long-time fans expressed disappointment, feeling it didn't quite match the exuberance or focus of Bryson's previous works, and one review pointed out a perceived lack of significant contributions by women in the historical accounts.
Overall, the book is highly recommended by most reviewers, who find its captivating content and Bryson's distinctive voice outweigh its structural flaws. It offers a fresh and often revelatory perspective on the evolution of private life, making readers appreciate the comforts of the modern world and recognize the historical significance embedded in their everyday surroundings. This book is particularly well-suited for Bill Bryson enthusiasts, history buffs, and those who enjoy a whimsical yet deeply researched exploration of how society, science, and culture have shaped our domestic lives. It will appeal to readers who appreciate a conversational, fact-rich style and who are open to a journey that frequently deviates into fascinating historical rabbit holes, offering a unique and often humorous learning experience.
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