Made in America: An Informal History of the English Language in the United States
by Bill Bryson
Made in America: An Informal History of the English Language in the United States by Bill Bryson holds a well received rating of 3.89 out of 5, based on 9.6K reader ratings. First published in 1994. The book spans 364 pages.
About Made in America: An Informal History of the English Language in the United States
In Made in America, Bill Bryson de-mythologizes his native land, explaining how a dusty hamlet with neither woods nor holly became Hollywood; how the Wild West wasn't won; why Americans say "lootenant" and "Toosday"; and exactly why Mr. Yankee Doodle called his feathered cap "Macaroni."
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Bill Bryson |
| Published | 1994 |
| Pages | 364 |
| Genres | History, Non-Fiction, Travel, Fiction, Biography & Memoir |
| Average Rating | 3.89 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 9,638 |
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Made in America: An Informal History of the English Language in the United States is categorized as History, Non-Fiction, Travel, Fiction. Its primary genre classification is Biography & Memoir.
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Based on 9.6K reader ratings, Made in America: An Informal History of the English Language in the United States has an average score of 3.89 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received."
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Made in America: An Informal History of the English Language in the United States has 364 pages.
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Made in America: An Informal History of the English Language in the United States was written by Bill Bryson. It was first published in 1994.
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The ISBN-13 for Made in America: An Informal History of the English Language in the United States is 9780380713810.0.
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