The poison eaters : fighting danger and fraud in our food and drugs
(Book)
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Published
New York, New York : Calkins Creek, an imprint of Boyds, Mills & Kane, [2019].
Edition
First edition.
Physical Desc
157 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 26 cm
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.7 - AR Pts: 4
Status
Lyons Library - YOUNG ADULT NONFICTION
YANF 353.9 JAR
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YANF 353.9 JAR
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Published
New York, New York : Calkins Creek, an imprint of Boyds, Mills & Kane, [2019].
Format
Book
Edition
First edition.
Language
English
Accelerated Reader
MG
Level 7.7, 4 Points
Level 7.7, 4 Points
Notes
Bibliography
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Description
Here is the fascinating true story of how food was made safer to eat thanks to the stubborn dedication of government chemist Dr. Harvey Washington Wiley, whose hard work and determination led to the creation of the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Formaldehyde, borax, salicylic acid. Today, these chemicals are used in embalming fluids, cleaning supplies, and acne medications. But in 1900, they were routinely added to food that Americans ate from cans and jars. Often products weren't safe because unregulated, unethical companies added these and other chemicals to trick consumers into buying spoiled food or harmful medicines. Chemist Harvey Washington Wiley recognized these dangers and began a relentless thirty-year campaign to ensure that consumers could purchase safe food and drugs, eventually leading to the creation of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, or FDA. Author Gail Jarrow uncovers this intriguing history in her trademark style that makes the past enthrallingly relevant for today's young readers.
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APA Citation, 7th Edition (style guide)
Jarrow, G. (2019). The poison eaters: fighting danger and fraud in our food and drugs (First edition.). Calkins Creek, an imprint of Boyds, Mills & Kane.
Chicago / Turabian - Author Date Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)Jarrow, Gail. 2019. The Poison Eaters: Fighting Danger and Fraud in Our Food and Drugs. Calkins Creek, an imprint of Boyds, Mills & Kane.
Chicago / Turabian - Humanities (Notes and Bibliography) Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)Jarrow, Gail. The Poison Eaters: Fighting Danger and Fraud in Our Food and Drugs Calkins Creek, an imprint of Boyds, Mills & Kane, 2019.
MLA Citation, 9th Edition (style guide)Jarrow, Gail. The Poison Eaters: Fighting Danger and Fraud in Our Food and Drugs First edition., Calkins Creek, an imprint of Boyds, Mills & Kane, 2019.
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