“No one knows, incidentally, why Australia's spiders are so extravagantly toxic; capturing small insects and injecting them with enough poison to drop a horse would appear to be the most literal case of overkill. Still, it does mean that everyone gives them lots of space.”
Quote by Bill Bryson
Work
In a Sunburned Country
This book is a personal account of the author's journey through Australia, highlighting the country's diverse ecosystems, indigenous cultures, and distinctive way of life. more
Author
Bill Bryson
Bill Bryson, born on December 8, 1951, is a British author known for his humorous and knowledgeable writing. His works span across various fields, including travel literature, natural history, and science popularization. more
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