The Great Stink: How Joseph Bazalgette Solved London's Poop Pollution Problem Paeff Colleen
The Great Stink: How Joseph Bazalgette Solved London's Poop Pollution Problem Paeff Colleen Discover the true story about the determined engineer who fixed London's pollution problem in this funny,…
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The Great Stink: How Joseph Bazalgette Solved London's Poop Pollution Problem Paeff Colleen
Discover the true story about the determined engineer who fixed London's pollution problem in this funny, accessible nonfiction picture book featuring engaging art from the illustrator of Queen Victoria's Bathing Machine.It's the summer of 1858, and London's River Thames STINKS. The answer is gross: the river is full of poop.But the smell isn't the worst problem. What is creating this revolting smell?
Could there be a connection between the foul water and the deadly disease?One engineer dreams of making London a cleaner, healthier place. Every few years, cholera breaks out, and thousands of people die. His name is Joseph Bazalgette.
His grand plan to create a new sewer system to clean the river is an engineering marvel. And his sewers will save lives. Nothing stinky about that.With tips for how to prevent pollution today, this fascinating look at