Bill Nye's Chestnuts Old And New is a collection of humorous essays and stories by American humorist and writer Bill Nye. The book includes a variety of topics, ranging from political satire and social commentary to absurd and comical stories. Some of the titles of the essays and stories in the book include "e;The Bible In Bohemia,"e; "e;The Decline And Fall Of The Mastodon,"e; "e;The Dry Towns Of Kansas,"e; "e;The Garden Bug,"e; "e;Hymns And Hyenas,"e; and "e;The Infernal Regions."e; The book showcases Nye's wit, humor, and clever use of language, making it an entertaining read for those who enjoy humorous writing.