--- product_id: 3439016 title: "I'm a Stranger Here Myself: Notes on Returning to America After 20 Years Away" price: "83 zł" currency: PLN in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.pl/products/3439016-im-a-stranger-here-myself-notes-on-returning-to-america store_origin: PL region: Poland --- # I'm a Stranger Here Myself: Notes on Returning to America After 20 Years Away **Price:** 83 zł **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** I'm a Stranger Here Myself: Notes on Returning to America After 20 Years Away - **How much does it cost?** 83 zł with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.pl](https://www.desertcart.pl/products/3439016-im-a-stranger-here-myself-notes-on-returning-to-america) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description A classic from the New York Times bestselling author of A Walk in the Woods and The Body. After living in Britain for two decades, Bill Bryson recently moved back to the United States with his English wife and four children (he had read somewhere that nearly 3 million Americans believed they had been abducted by aliens — as he later put it, "it was clear my people needed me"). They were greeted by a new and improved America that boasts microwave pancakes, twenty-four-hour dental-floss hotlines, and the staunch conviction that ice is not a luxury item. Delivering the brilliant comic musings that are a Bryson hallmark, I'm a Stranger Here Myself recounts his sometimes disconcerting reunion with the land of his birth. The result is a book filled with hysterical scenes of one man's attempt to reacquaint himself with his own country, but it is also an extended if at times bemused love letter to the homeland he has returned to after twenty years away. Review: Hilarious writing - Bill Bryson is an excellent writer. Of all his numerous books that I have read, this is my favorite. I have purchased more than one copy as a gift. On my initial reading, I laughed out loud more than once on an airplane ride. Having spent many years in England, Bryson writes about his return to his native United States. He finds many of the customs in the US curious and puzzling. You will see this country with fresh eyes and humor. Each chapter stands alone so this is a great book to pick and put down. I loved reading it all in one sitting because once I was tickled by his humor, I could not bear to stop. Review: Loved it until he got political - This is my third Bill Bryson book, and I intend to buy more. I buy the audio versions, which is narrated by the author himself. As a frequently listener of audio books, I enjoy his narration as his voice and metric is not only pleasant, but adds subtle nuances to the storytelling. I have gathered from other books that Bill is on the left side of the political fence. That's perfectly fine. I'm from the right, but it does not stop me from enjoying his books. His book about Australia (In a Sunburned Country) was almost entirely political neutral, so whatever ideological differences we have were irrelevant. This book (I'm a Stranger Here Myself) was very enjoyable until he decided to cut into Americans who oppose illegal immigration, own a gun, or believe in a strong national defense. Incredibly, in the very next chapter, he brags about living in safe, clean, friendly part of the country that's free of crime (and although he does not say this, it's also the whitest part of the country). I wonder how his views would change if he lived in southern California for a while. Anyway, the book is funny and enjoyable, but I wasn't expecting a one-sided political debate. ## Features - First Edition - Softback - collectible - essays - Bill Bryson ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | #222,103 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #154 in Travel Writing Reference #223 in Travelogues & Travel Essays #272 in Humor Essays (Books) | | Customer Reviews | 4.3 out of 5 stars 1,933 Reviews | ## Images ![I'm a Stranger Here Myself: Notes on Returning to America After 20 Years Away - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81HeTUHHUAL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Hilarious writing *by N***L on January 1, 2023* Bill Bryson is an excellent writer. Of all his numerous books that I have read, this is my favorite. I have purchased more than one copy as a gift. On my initial reading, I laughed out loud more than once on an airplane ride. Having spent many years in England, Bryson writes about his return to his native United States. He finds many of the customs in the US curious and puzzling. You will see this country with fresh eyes and humor. Each chapter stands alone so this is a great book to pick and put down. I loved reading it all in one sitting because once I was tickled by his humor, I could not bear to stop. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Loved it until he got political *by C***R on August 13, 2012* This is my third Bill Bryson book, and I intend to buy more. I buy the audio versions, which is narrated by the author himself. As a frequently listener of audio books, I enjoy his narration as his voice and metric is not only pleasant, but adds subtle nuances to the storytelling. I have gathered from other books that Bill is on the left side of the political fence. That's perfectly fine. I'm from the right, but it does not stop me from enjoying his books. His book about Australia (In a Sunburned Country) was almost entirely political neutral, so whatever ideological differences we have were irrelevant. This book (I'm a Stranger Here Myself) was very enjoyable until he decided to cut into Americans who oppose illegal immigration, own a gun, or believe in a strong national defense. Incredibly, in the very next chapter, he brags about living in safe, clean, friendly part of the country that's free of crime (and although he does not say this, it's also the whitest part of the country). I wonder how his views would change if he lived in southern California for a while. Anyway, the book is funny and enjoyable, but I wasn't expecting a one-sided political debate. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Wonderful writing, hilarious tales *by N***A on May 26, 2024* As a Brit transplanted to the States many years ago I don't know when I have enjoyed a book more! I laughed til I cried at some of the stories and was utterly charmed by the rest. Bill Britain's self effacing wit and the ability to see the ridiculousness in almost any situation make for a delightful read. I would recommend this collection to anyone! ## Frequently Bought Together - I'm a Stranger Here Myself: Notes on Returning to America After 20 Years Away - Neither Here nor There: Travels in Europe (Cover may Vary) - Notes from a Small Island --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.pl/products/3439016-im-a-stranger-here-myself-notes-on-returning-to-america](https://www.desertcart.pl/products/3439016-im-a-stranger-here-myself-notes-on-returning-to-america) --- *Product available on Desertcart Poland* *Store origin: PL* *Last updated: 2026-05-24*