Smoke, A Study of Town Air

Originally published in 1878, this groundbreaking work examines the effects of smoke pollution on the health and well-being of city dwellers. Ruston and Cohen draw on scientific studies and statistics to argue for the adoption of cleaner, healthier policies and practices in urban areas.

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