A Million Years in a Day

In this engaging and humorous exploration, Greg Jenner uncovers the fascinating and often surprising stories behind the everyday objects and routines we experience from dawn to bedtime. Drawing on historical discoveries from ancient rubbish dumps to tombs and sewers, Jenner reveals the intriguing origins of the habits and items that shape our daily lives. Narrated in a lively, chatty style, this book offers a delightful journey through the overlooked moments of human history that have quietly influenced us for millennia.