Notes from a Small Island is one of Bryson's most beloved works, and for good reason. Though I wouldn't rank it above Thunderbolt Kid or A Walk in the Woods in his catalog of travel literature, it remains a funny and informative exploration of the British land and its culture. His genuine affection for the place doesn't blind him to its flaws, and he is unflinching in his criticism where he feels criticism is warranted.
I don't have much to say about this one apart from that I like it. It's Bryson—probably even Quintessential Bryson—and that's enough for me.