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Toxic Archipelago: A History Of Industrial Disease In Japan (Weyerhaeuser Environmental Books),Used
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Every Person On The Planet Is Entangled In A Web Of Ecological Relationships That Link Farms And Factories With Human Consumers. Our Lives Depend On These Relationships And Are Imperiled By Them As Well. Nowhere Is This Truer Than On The Japanese Archipelago.During The Nineteenth Century, Japan Saw The Rise Of Homo Sapiens Industrialis, A New Breed Of Human Transformed By An Engineered, Industrialized, And Poisonous Environment. Toxins Moved Freely From Mines, Factory Sites, And Rice Paddies Into Human Bodies.Toxic Archipelago Explores How Toxic Pollution Works Its Way Into Porous Human Bodies And Brings Unimaginable Pain To Some Of Them. Brett Walker Examines Startling Case Studies Of Industrial Toxins That Know No Boundaries: Deaths From Insecticide Contaminations; Poisonings From Copper, Zinc, And Lead Mining; Congenital Deformities From Methylmercury Factory Effluents; And Lung Diseases From Sulfur Dioxide And Asbestos.This Powerful, Probing Book Demonstrates How The Japanese Archipelago Has Become Industrialized Over The Last Two Hundred Years And How People And The Environment Have Suffered As A Consequence.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Toxic Archipelago'? A: The main theme of 'Toxic Archipelago' is the exploration of industrial pollution in Japan and its impact on human health and the environment over the last two hundred years.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Toxic Archipelago'? A: The author of 'Toxic Archipelago' is Brett Walker, who provides an in-depth analysis of industrial diseases and environmental issues in Japan.
- Q: How many pages does 'Toxic Archipelago' have? A: 'Toxic Archipelago' contains 284 pages, offering a comprehensive examination of the historical and contemporary issues related to industrial disease in Japan.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: 'Toxic Archipelago' is available in a paperback binding, making it accessible and easy to handle for readers.
- Q: When was 'Toxic Archipelago' published? A: 'Toxic Archipelago' was published on October 1, 2011.
- Q: Is 'Toxic Archipelago' suitable for academic study? A: Yes, 'Toxic Archipelago' is suitable for academic study as it provides a thorough analysis of ecological relationships and industrial impacts, making it relevant for students and researchers in environmental studies.
- Q: What are some case studies mentioned in 'Toxic Archipelago'? A: The book discusses various case studies, including deaths from insecticide contamination, poisonings from mining activities, congenital deformities from methylmercury exposure, and lung diseases due to industrial pollutants.
- Q: What issues does 'Toxic Archipelago' address regarding industrial toxins? A: 'Toxic Archipelago' addresses the pervasive issue of how industrial toxins infiltrate human bodies and the resulting health consequences, highlighting the interconnectedness of industry and environmental health.
- Q: Can 'Toxic Archipelago' be helpful for environmental activists? A: Yes, 'Toxic Archipelago' can be a valuable resource for environmental activists as it provides insights into the historical context and ongoing challenges related to industrial pollution in Japan.
- Q: What kind of reader would benefit from 'Toxic Archipelago'? A: 'Toxic Archipelago' is beneficial for readers interested in environmental history, public health, industrialization, and the ecological impact of human activities.