Chemistry, Society and Environment - A New History of the British Chemical Industry (Hardcover)

There have been several attempts to write the history of Britain's chemical industry as a whole, and countless others concentrating on individual companies. Some have looked at the technical aspects of the industry, whilst others have addressed economic issues. Few have, however, attempted to analyse the effects of the chemical industry on society in general. The current environmental crisis can only be fully understood in the light of its history. This is the first such book to look critically at the whole development of industrial chemistry in the UK in the context of its effects on the environment. No one from industry, government or academia can afford to be unaware of the historical roots of our present dilemma. Industrial chemists can take heart from the realization that their predecessors were remarkably aware of the problems and often found satisfactory solutions. Industrial chemistry has traditionally been seen as the great 'polluter'. Without any attempts at 'whitewash' this book puts the record straight. From academic chemist to industrialist to politician, Chemistry, Society and Environment: A New History of the British Chemical Industry will be of relevance to all those concerned with the social and environmental impact of the chemical industry.

General

Imprint:	Royal Society of Chemistry
Country of origin:	United Kingdom
Release date:	2001
First published:	April 2000
Authors:	Colin A. Russell • S.A.H. Wilmot • V. Campbell • N.G. Coley
Dimensions:	246 x 189 x 21mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Hardcover - Unsewn / adhesive bound
Pages:	388
ISBN-13:	978-0-85404-599-0
Categories:	Books > Business & Economics > Industry & industrial studies > Manufacturing industries > Chemical industries Books > Earth & environment > The environment > Pollution & threats to the environment > General Books > Professional & Technical > Industrial chemistry & manufacturing technologies > Industrial chemistry > General Promotions
LSN:	0-85404-599-6
Barcode:	9780854045990

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