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Bryson uses a house floorplan as a frame to give a history of domestic (western) life. (For example, in "Bedroom" he not only gives a history of the room and its furniture, but also a lesson on how sexual relationships in Europe and America have evolved over the past several hundred years.) Perfect for someone who loved [b:A Short History of Nearly Everything|21|A Short History of Nearly Everything|Bill Bryson|https://images.gr-assets.com/books/1433086293s/21.jpg|2305997] and is hankering for more of Bryson's blend of humor and an almost overwhelming number of facts.