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Down Under (In a Sunburned Country)

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About “Down Under (In a Sunburned Country)”

In a Sunburned Country is a travelogue by Bill Bryson that recounts his journeys across Australia by railway and car, detailing his interactions with people from diverse backgrounds and his observations on the country's history, geography, flora, fauna, culture, and infrastructure. The book includes accounts of 19th-century explorers and settlers, their hardships, and information on Australia's natural resources, economy, and societal characteristics, presented with recurring humorous reflections.

Book details

Published
2000
Latest edition
2000 · ISBN 9781784161835
ISBN
9781784161835

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Down Under (In a Sunburned Country) by Bill Bryson has 432 pages.

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