Description
At Home: A Short History of Private Life by Bill Bryson is a witty and enlightening work of nonfiction that explores the fascinating history behind the everyday objects and rooms that make up our homes. From his Victorian parsonage in rural England, Bryson takes readers on a room-by-room tour, uncovering surprising connections between domestic spaces and major historical events.
In his signature humorous and accessible style, Bryson delves into the origins of commonplace things—how the bathroom reveals the evolution of hygiene, the bedroom opens a discussion on sleep and mortality, and the kitchen links to global trade and nutrition. With rich detail and a sweeping historical lens, he uncovers how inventions, social changes, and even global conflicts have shaped the way we live behind closed doors.
For readers who enjoy history made personal and engaging, At Home is an entertaining and informative read that reveals the hidden stories within the spaces we often take for granted.
