Title
Fat Of The Land: Garbage Of New York The Last Two Hundred Years
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A City Awash In Garbage; Rats Skittering Through Heaps Of Rotting Debris; Disease Spreading Through Choked Waterways; Citizens Threading Through Piles Of Filth Urban Nightmare Or Profiteer'S Dream Come True? Benjamin Miller'S Panoramic View Of New York'S Garbage Takes Us From The Earliest Antebellum Collectors, To 19Th Century Barons Trading In Fertilizers And Explosives, To The Current Feuding Bureaucrats And Environmentalists. Fat Of The Land Covers Social And Scientific Theories Of Class And Disease, In The Process Offering A Richly Textured History Of Urban Development. The Book Reveals For The First Time The Plotting Of Power Broker Robert Moses That Gave Birth To The Controversial Fresh Kills Landfill And Examines The Curious Logic Behind Its Untimely End. Fat Of The Land Brings To Light An Often Hidden Subject, Assessing Who Gains And Who Loses In The Endless Battle Over Garbage.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is 'Fat of the Land: Garbage of New York -- The Last Two Hundred Years' about? A: This book provides a historical overview of New York City's garbage management over two hundred years, exploring issues of urban development, disease, and the impact of influential figures like Robert Moses.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Fat of the Land' is Benjamin Miller.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is listed as a used item in good condition.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 425 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This edition of the book is in paperback binding.
- Q: When was 'Fat of the Land' published? A: The book was published on November 21, 2000.
- Q: What topics does the book cover? A: The book covers social and scientific theories related to class and disease, urban garbage management, and the history of New York City's waste.
- Q: Is there any specific historical figure discussed in the book? A: Yes, the book discusses Robert Moses, who played a significant role in New York's urban planning and the Fresh Kills landfill.
- Q: Can this book be used for research purposes? A: Yes, it provides a detailed historical perspective and analysis, making it suitable for research on urban development and waste management.
- Q: What can readers expect from the writing style of this book? A: Readers can expect a richly textured narrative that combines historical facts with social commentary, providing an engaging read on a complex subject.