Bill Nye's Cordwood is a humorous essay collection written by Bill Nye, an American journalist and humorist, originally published in 1887. The book includes a series of comical essays on various topics, such as the struggles of life in rural America, the absurdities of the legal system, and the follies of political leaders. Throughout the book, Nye uses his sharp wit and clever wordplay to poke fun at the quirks and idiosyncrasies of American life. The book was well-received in its time and helped establish Nye as a popular and influential humorist.