The Smoke Nuisance (1908)

The Smoke Nuisance is a book written by Frederick Law Olmsted and published in 1908. The book is a comprehensive examination of the problems caused by smoke pollution in American cities during the early 20th century. Olmsted, a renowned landscape architect and urban planner, used his expertise to analyze the effects of smoke on public health, the environment, and the economy.The book is divided into three parts. The first part provides an overview of the history of smoke pollution in America, including the causes and effects of the problem. The second part focuses on the health impacts of smoke pollution, including respiratory diseases and other illnesses caused by exposure to smoke. The third part examines the economic and environmental impacts of smoke pollution, including damage to buildings, crops, and natural resources.Throughout the book, Olmsted argues that smoke pollution is a serious problem that requires immediate attention from policymakers and the public. He advocates for the adoption of new technologies and regulations to reduce smoke emissions and improve air quality in American cities.Overall, The Smoke Nuisance is a seminal work on the topic of smoke pollution and its effects on American society. Olmsted's insights and recommendations continue to be relevant today, as cities around the world grapple with the challenges of air pollution and environmental degradation.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.