I love Bill Bryson! I sat on a train reading Notes from a Small Island and got such funny looks 'cos I kept on cracking up with laughter - especially when he got to Weston-super-Mare (the town nearest where I'm currently living) - it was soooo spot on.
Made in America is a history of the American language Shuttlebunny. A bit dull in places, but still has enough vintage Brysonisms to keep your interest for most of the time.