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In 'Bill Nye's Chestnuts Old and New', the renowned science educator Bill Nye delves into a collection of thought-provoking essays that cover a wide range of topics, from climate change to space exploration. Nye's writing is characterized by his accessible and engaging style, making complex scientific concepts easy for readers to understand. Drawing on both historic and contemporary sources, Nye provides a unique and insightful perspective on the world around us. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in science and environmental issues.Overall, 'Chestnuts Old and New' is a valuable contribution to the literary world, combining Nye's expertise in science with his talent for storytelling. It serves as a reminder of the importance of scientific literacy in today's society, and encourages readers to think critically about the world they inhabit.

Although Bill Nye (1850-1896) was America's best known humorist in the late 1880's and early 1890's, his work is little known today--his books long out of print and his columns yellowing in newspaper files. Now T. A. Larson, a dyed-in-the-wool Nye fan for more than thirty years, has assembled the best of Bill Nye's work, most of it dating from the seven Wyoming years when Nye made his name. The selections are chosen from Laramie, Cheyenne, and Denver newspapers and from six books published in the 1890's. The resulting collection is both good fun and a valuable picture of a lively period.

Reprint of the original, first published in 1866.