I can honestly say that I couldn't put this book down. It really is a great read, full of typical Brysonesque humour that left me giggling like an idiot at the most inopportune times (train, bus, etc). Bill obviously loves Australia & initially was strangely complimentary to the land down under (Call me suspicious but I though maybe the Aussie edition was watered down). However after covering enormous distances in difficult conditions whilst fending off a multitude of dangerous creatures, Bill finally warmed to the task of 'taking the mickey'out of the locals and local events (e.g. sheep shagging. Hey Bill I don't knock your hobbies! ). This is a fun book and well worth buying. Grab a copy before they're all gone.