Book
What a waste! : where does garbage go? / by Claire Eamer ; illustrations by Bambi Edlund.
"What a Waste! explores the problem of garbage and how humans have dealt with it from prehistory to modern times. Topics include how archaeologists study ancient garbage; the growth of consumer culture and disposability; food waste; the environmental effects of garbage; "problem" garbage like electronic and toxic waste; sewage and dead bodies; and garbage in the oceans and in space. Sidebars highlight people and organizations around the world who are making efforts to reduce or reuse waste."--Provided by publisher.
Record details
- ISBN: 9781554519194 (hardcover)
- Physical Description: 89 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm
- Publisher: Toronto : Annick Press, [2017]
Content descriptions
| Bibliography, etc. Note: | Includes bibliographical references and index. |
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| Subject: | Refuse and refuse disposal > Juvenile literature. |
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| Location | Call Number / Copy Notes | Barcode | Shelving Location | Holdable? | Status | Due Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gibsons Public Library | JUV 363.72 EAME (Text) | 30886000718581 | Juv Nonfiction | Volume hold | Checked out | 2024-05-02 |
