One of these days I'm going to visit Great Britain. London and its environs have been on my list of places to see since I was a kid who enjoyed Doctor Who and Monty Python (still do, actually). Most of my plans for a first trip are organized around cities, towns and tourist attractions, mainly because I doubt I'll be able to take more than a few weeks for vacation, or afford more for that matter.
Now, living in England is another matter. But that's what author Bill Bryson did for 20 years. Before returning to the U.S., Bryson took a kind of farewell "lap" and wrote up his experiences in Notes From a Small Island: An Affectionate Portrait of Britain. He made the trip mostly on foot or by public transport, traveling through England, Wales and Scotland. On his tour, he vividly describes regions, landscapes and architecture, and his interactions with the locals and fellow travelers are both humorous and highly entertaining. Written with a great deal of affection, Notes From a Small Island is not only for anglophiles, but anyone looking for a uniquely delightful read.
You can see other Bill Bryson titles by clicking here. Some of them may show up on this blog at a later date!
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