ISBN: 9781332934294 - second report of the commissioners for inquiring into the state of large towns and populous districts, vol. 2 (classic reprint) (3 resultados)

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book explores the health impacts of rapid industrialization during the 19th century, focusing on the living conditions of coal miners and urban populations in the North of England. The author, a medical professional, embarked on a detailed investigation of mining districts, major cities such as Newcastle and Sunderland, and smaller towns. The book examines the impact of coal mining on miners' health, and offers insights into occupational hazards in mines at the time, including inadequate ventilation, exposure to poisonous gases, and cramped working conditions. It also sheds light on the consequences of poor sanitation and housing in rapidly expanding urban areas during the Industrial Revolution, emphasizing the association between contaminated air, water, and disease. The author's observations highlight the need for improved public health measures, including better housing, improved sewage systems, and access to clean water. The book's findings echo health concerns of the period, and contributed to the growing awareness of the importance of public health and sanitation in urban planning and industrial development. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…