At Home; A Short History of Private Life

At Home: A Fascinating History of Private Life

In this captivating exploration, beloved author Bill Bryson takes readers on a room-by-room journey through his own home, using each space as a window into the remarkable history of domestic life. From the paint on the walls to the pipes beneath the floors, he reveals how the world’s great events, inventions, and discoveries have shaped the everyday comforts we now take for granted.

With his signature wit and boundless curiosity, Bryson uncovers the surprising stories behind ordinary objects and household traditions, showing that the history of the home is, in many ways, the history of civilization itself. At Home is a masterful blend of historical insight and engaging storytelling—one of the most entertaining books ever written about the place we call home.