chapter summary by Williamson the Magnificent

For an extra chapter to read in Bill Bryson's book "I'm a stranger here myself" I read chapter 16 "How to have fun at home". This chapter was about Bryson adjusting to some new things he didn't have before. He talks about his new garbage disposal and how he tinkers around with it. He says the most exciting event is when you need to unclog the disposal. Bryson says this sarcastically of course. He also talks about an ashpit that makes cleaning the fireplace a lot easier. Bryson talks about his familiarity with basements. He says that all basements are scary and that's why they are featured in slasher flicks. Bryson goes on by giving us some convenient things to everyday household appliances. Bryson writes this chapter with a sarcastic tone. Bryson goes into detail when talking about basements. He gives some characteristics like the decomposing guinea pig in the vents and the dripping water.