The Life & Times of the Thunderbolt Kid

In "The Thunderbolt Kid," Bill Bryson shares a hilarious memoir of his childhood in 1950s America, specifically in Des Moines, Iowa. Born in 1951, Bryson reminisces about his imaginative life as a young superhero, navigating a world of burgeoning television, the allure of Disneyland, and the ordinary yet profound experiences that defined his family life. With his signature wit and keen observations, Bryson invites listeners to relive the nostalgia and humor of a transformative decade in a warm, unabridged performance.