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# I'm a Stranger Here Myself: Notes on Returning to America After 20 Years Away

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Review: Hilarious writing - Bill Bryson is an excellent writer. Of all his numerous books that I have read, this is my favorite. I have purchased more than one copy as a gift. On my initial reading, I laughed out loud more than once on an airplane ride. Having spent many years in England, Bryson writes about his return to his native United States. He finds many of the customs in the US curious and puzzling. You will see this country with fresh eyes and humor. Each chapter stands alone so this is a great book to pick and put down. I loved reading it all in one sitting because once I was tickled by his humor, I could not bear to stop.
Review: Loved it until he got political - This is my third Bill Bryson book, and I intend to buy more. I buy the audio versions, which is narrated by the author himself. As a frequently listener of audio books, I enjoy his narration as his voice and metric is not only pleasant, but adds subtle nuances to the storytelling. I have gathered from other books that Bill is on the left side of the political fence. That's perfectly fine. I'm from the right, but it does not stop me from enjoying his books. His book about Australia (In a Sunburned Country) was almost entirely political neutral, so whatever ideological differences we have were irrelevant. This book (I'm a Stranger Here Myself) was very enjoyable until he decided to cut into Americans who oppose illegal immigration, own a gun, or believe in a strong national defense. Incredibly, in the very next chapter, he brags about living in safe, clean, friendly part of the country that's free of crime (and although he does not say this, it's also the whitest part of the country). I wonder how his views would change if he lived in southern California for a while. Anyway, the book is funny and enjoyable, but I wasn't expecting a one-sided political debate.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| Best Sellers Rank | #222,649 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #129 in Travelogues & Travel Essays #204 in Humor Essays (Books) #2,628 in Memoirs (Books) |
| Customer Reviews | 4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars (1,921) |
| Dimensions  | 5.2 x 0.6 x 8 inches |
| Edition  | Reprint |
| ISBN-10  | 076790382X |
| ISBN-13  | 978-0767903820 |
| Item Weight  | 8.8 ounces |
| Language  | English |
| Print length  | 304 pages |
| Publication date  | June 6, 2000 |
| Publisher  | Crown |

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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Hilarious writing
*by N***L on January 1, 2023*

Bill Bryson is an excellent writer. Of all his numerous books that I have read, this is my favorite. I have purchased more than one copy as a gift. On my initial reading, I laughed out loud more than once on an airplane ride. Having spent many years in England, Bryson writes about his return to his native United States. He finds many of the customs in the US curious and puzzling. You will see this country with fresh eyes and humor. Each chapter stands alone so this is a great book to pick and put down. I loved reading it all in one sitting because once I was tickled by his humor, I could not bear to stop.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Loved it until he got political
*by C***R on August 13, 2012*

This is my third Bill Bryson book, and I intend to buy more. I buy the audio versions, which is narrated by the author himself. As a frequently listener of audio books, I enjoy his narration as his voice and metric is not only pleasant, but adds subtle nuances to the storytelling. I have gathered from other books that Bill is on the left side of the political fence. That's perfectly fine. I'm from the right, but it does not stop me from enjoying his books. His book about Australia (In a Sunburned Country) was almost entirely political neutral, so whatever ideological differences we have were irrelevant. This book (I'm a Stranger Here Myself) was very enjoyable until he decided to cut into Americans who oppose illegal immigration, own a gun, or believe in a strong national defense. Incredibly, in the very next chapter, he brags about living in safe, clean, friendly part of the country that's free of crime (and although he does not say this, it's also the whitest part of the country). I wonder how his views would change if he lived in southern California for a while. Anyway, the book is funny and enjoyable, but I wasn't expecting a one-sided political debate.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Informative and Laugh out loud fun
*by A***R on December 28, 2025*

I will always recommend a Bill Bryson book, but this one had me laughing in every chapter except the last. Here Mr. Bryson pokes fun at the USA and England and himself. He notes the consumer's avid consumption here and the more restrained British public and we all know we deserve it. Thank you Mr. Bryson for this humorous reminder to us all of our ardent search for the next best thing.

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