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The Sanitary City: Environmental Services in Urban America from Colonial Times to the Present (History of the Urban Environment,,Used
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Immersed in their ondemand, highly consumptive, and disposable lifestyles, most urban Americans take for granted the technologies that provide them with potable water, remove their trash, and process their wastewater. These vital services, however, are the byproduct of many decades of development by engineers, sanitarians, and civic planners. In The Sanitary City, Martin V. Melosi assembles a comprehensive, thoroughly researched and referenced history of sanitary services in urban America. He examines the evolution of water supply, sewage systems, and solid waste disposal during three distinct eras: The Age of Miasmas (pre1880); The Bacteriological Revolution (18801945); and The New Ecology (1945 to presentday). Originally published in 2000, this abridged edition includes updated text and bibliographic materials. The Sanitary City is an essential resource for those interested in environmental history, environmental engineering, science and technology, urban studies, and public health. Winner of: George Perkins Marsh Prize from the American Society for Environmental History Urban History Association Prize for the best book in North American Urban History Abel Wolman Prize from the Public Works Historical Society Sidney Edelstein Prize from the Society for the History of Technology
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'The Sanitary City'? A: 'The Sanitary City' focuses on the history and evolution of environmental services in urban America, including the development of water supply, sewage systems, and solid waste disposal from colonial times to the present.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'The Sanitary City' is Martin V. Melosi, who is known for his expertise in environmental history.
- Q: What are the key historical eras covered in the book? A: The book examines three key historical eras: The Age of Miasmas (pre-1880), The Bacteriological Revolution (1880-1945), and The New Ecology (1945 to present).
- Q: Is this edition of the book abridged? A: Yes, this edition of 'The Sanitary City' is an abridged version that includes updated text and bibliographic materials.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: 'The Sanitary City' is listed as a 'Used Book in Good Condition,' ensuring it is still readable and usable.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: 'The Sanitary City' contains a total of 400 pages, providing an in-depth exploration of its topics.
- Q: When was 'The Sanitary City' published? A: 'The Sanitary City' was published on April 18, 2008.
- Q: What topics are covered in the book? A: The book covers topics related to environmental history, environmental engineering, urban studies, public health, and the evolution of sanitation technologies.
- Q: Has 'The Sanitary City' received any awards? A: Yes, it has won several awards, including the George Perkins Marsh Prize and the Urban History Association Prize for the best book in North American Urban History.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: 'The Sanitary City' is available in paperback binding, making it lightweight and easy to handle.