A review by tatsebmaki
I'm a Stranger Here Myself: Notes on Returning to America After Twenty Years Away by Bill Bryson

funny hopeful informative lighthearted fast-paced

3.5

As a fan of Bryson's previous work, I was very excited for this book. Similar to his other's, it's deeply informative, well researched, and hilarious. I did not enjoy the weekly newsletter style. As something that was supposed to be read weekly, blazing through it in a few days felt repetitive, but I still had a great time along the way (and learned a lot). His observations about American life are very funny and quite true. Reading it in 2025 also adds a fun layer to how the country has continued to change - in some ways as an exaggeration to his points and in other ways how we've regressed/progressed. It's a quick read and if you like Bryson you'll like the book