Food & Drink, Go Green!, Environmental Conservation & Protection, Agricultural Insecticides & Herbicides, Biology - Entomology, Biochemical Engineering
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Overview
The overuse of pesticides is threatening the purity of our air, water, and food, as well as causing harm to all life on the planet. Here is a history of pesticide use from ancient to modern times that examines their effects and also the pests themselves. Bibliography, glossary, source notes, index.Discusses the uses of pesticides, the dangers they may pose to our food supply, and governmental restrictions imposed on those considered harmful.
Editorials
School Library Journal
Gr 9-12-- A thorough, accurate survey of the history of pesticide use and what is currently know about its dangers. Lee presents a balanced account of the varying points of view, including the rights of farmers, manufacturers, and those concerned with the environment. Interesting alternatives to chemical management of pests are discussed; black-and-white photos show, among other aspects, some of the people involved in this issue. Zipko's Toxic Threat (Messner, 1990) covers similar territory but is not as comprehensive. This is a first-rate choice for all libraries. --Eva Elisabeth Von Ancken, Trinity Pawling School, NYBook Details
Published
April 1, 1991
Publisher
Franklin Watts
Pages
112
Format
Binding
ISBN
9780531130179