A Really Short History of Nearly Everything

A Really Short History of Nearly Everything adapts Bill Bryson's adult bestseller into an accessible format for younger readers. The book surveys the history of scientific discovery from the Big Bang to the rise of civilization. It highlights the eccentric personalities, pivotal breakthroughs, and complex mysteries behind major scientific fields like astronomy, physics, and geology. Illustrated with engaging visuals, the text introduces fundamental concepts of how the universe and life evolved.

by Bill Bryson

Delacorte Books · First published 2008 · 176 pages