“At the foot of the mountain, the park ended and suddenly all was squalor again. I was once more struck by this strange compartmentalization that goes on in America -- a belief that no commercial activities must be allowed inside the park, but permitting unrestrained development outside, even though the landscape there may be just as outstanding. America has never quite grasped that you can live in a place without making it ugly, that beauty doesn't have to be confined behind fences, as if a national park were a sort of zoo for nature.”
Quote by Bill Bryson
Work
The Lost Continent: Travels in Small-town America
This book is a series of reflective essays that delve into the lives and communities of small towns across America. The author shares personal anecdotes and observations, offering a nuanced look at the customs, challenges, and joys of living in these areas. 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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