Loved it. Classic Adam's humor, but with a very serious subject in mind. Loved the story of the parrots in particular. You've finish this book as a conservationalist, even if you weren't before you started.

This was the first Bill Bryson book that I ever read. Since then I have read every new offering, and his entire back catalog as well, which should give you some idea of how much I enjoyed it. Bryson not only gives you frequent laughs, but he puts some meat on the bones of the local history and culture. This is how all travel-logs should be written.

This book was a well written and comprehensive review of the history of codes. Those with a bent for maths will definitely enjoy it, but even those who would rather avoid anything to do with numbers would enjoy the stories behind the discoveries. I never knew why prime numbers were so important until now. A great read.

I usually love Bill Bryson's books, and revel in his humor. But this was very technical. Well researched as always (too well?). Only for the purists.

The science was very interesting, and I particularly enjoyed Dawkin's treatment of the mathematics of evolution. I also liked his theory on why men typically chase after women, whereas women press for the sanctity of marriage, and not the other way around. It did at times get a bit repetitive, and also seemed to be settling some scores with other biologists, which is really of little interest to the average reader. But I found it a worthwhile addition to my knowledge on the subject.

This book is a fine introduction to the topic of back pain. The author makes it clear that the whole program of getting rid of your problem is a three part process: first, understanding the underlying condition, then classifying your back, before finally learning the exercises and advice to fix it. This book, volume one, achieves the first part only (the other two are in the second volume, which I have also reviewed). It achieves its aims well.

Here's a sentence that I never foresaw myself writing: I really enjoyed reading about the anatomy and pathology of the spine. Normally such subjects confuse me and bore me intently, but Perrier does a good job in explaining them in a simple and engaging way. Some areas were complex, particularly the nerve chapter, but as I have sciatica I persisted, and now feel like I have a solid understanding of my problem.
The tone is friendly. The text is sprinkled with jokes and off-beat humor, which do their part in keeping you interested.

In general, I think this was a good introduction to the medical aspects of back pain, and was a worthwhile read.

Typical of the comedy science fiction genre, this book is playful and fun. It’s easy reading, with a few belly laughs embedded within the plot. Perfect for a weekend read, or on the way home on the train. Just try not to laugh out loud!

I previously read another of this author’s books ([b:A Few Quiet Beers with God|24881584|A Few Quiet Beers with God|John Perrier|https://d.gr-assets.com/books/1423441857s/24881584.jpg|44529413]) and hoped for more in a similarly comedic vein. I wasn’t disappointed. Although it’s quite short – you can read it in a couple of nights – Campervan Kama Sutra is fun and simple, with plenty of laugh-out-loud moments.

I’ve never been to Australia but have always wanted to – this book has certainly fuelled the fire. The author clearly relishes the country through which he and his family are travelling, and you can feel the depth of the landscape around him. But like all good travelling, it is the people that you meet who provide the most fertile ground for enjoyment, and Perrier certainly meets plenty of characters, many of whom are gently dissected with his subtle wit.

Sorry, I have to stop this review... I’m off to book a plane ticket.

This story is, as the title suggests, a wondrous adventure. It's a mixture of history, adventure, and a love-torn heart, with a hint of surrealism. The setting of 1820s London, followed by an open-ocean adventure, is faithfully recorded. The plot consist of a series of situations (I ont spoil them here) which have a feel of being large chapters in the book. The primary character, Fintan McAdam aka Captain Rum, has enough layers and faults to make him interesting, but somehow lovable all the same.

I initially discovered this novel on a list of good historical fiction titles. If its straight historical fiction without any deviation from the norm that you're after, then you might think this book goes a step too far sideways. But if you're after a novel with a historical setting that will take you on a "wondrous adventure" then I can highly recommend "Captain Rum".

I’ve already read and posted a review for Volume 1 of back pain. At the start of volume two, you have to do a quiz, which took about half an hour, but compared to a visit to my chiropractor that was OK. I downloaded the online version, but be aware that it won’t work on a mobile device – I eventually installed it on my PC.
After doing the quiz, everything made sense.

The author explained in simple (and often funny) terms why and how to fix my problem. The exercises were comprehensive, and the strategy of using your back pain category from the quiz to design an exercise program to suit your own problem was clever. This book covers its subject from every angle, and is easy to understand. I’ve read many similar self help books, and this is the best of the lot.