Dear Bill Bryson
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When travel writer Ben Aitken finds himself at a crossroads, he turns to his literary hero Bill Bryson for guidance. What follows is a charming and witty journey across Britain as Aitken retraces some of Bryson's most famous routes, attempting to understand what makes his idol's observations so brilliantly funny and insightful.
Part homage, part personal quest, this is a delightfully honest exploration of travel writing, hero worship, and the peculiarities of modern Britain. Aitken's sharp humour and self-deprecating style shine as he discovers that following in someone's footsteps isn't quite as straightforward as it seems. A love letter to both Bryson and the British landscape, this book offers fresh perspectives on familiar places and reminds readers why we fall in love with travel writing in the first place.
