A Terrible Thing to Waste
A Terrible Thing to Waste
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2019
Book Brief
384
Book • Nonfiction
United States • 21st century
2019
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
A Terrible Thing to Waste by Harriet A. Washington examines environmental racism and its impact on communities of color. The book explores how toxic exposure disproportionately affects marginalized groups, leading to health and cognitive disparities. Through detailed research, Washington highlights systemic inequities and the urgent need for environmental justice to protect vulnerable populations.
Informative
Unnerving
Dark
Challenging
Contemplative
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
A Terrible Thing to Waste by Harriet A. Washington receives praise for its thorough examination of environmental racism, highlighting how toxins disproportionately affect marginalized communities. Readers appreciate its compelling research and advocacy. Criticism focuses on its dense detail, which might challenge some readers. Overall, it's an enlightening and impactful read.
Who Should Read A Terrible Thing to Waste?
Readers interested in environmental justice, public health, and social issues would enjoy A Terrible Thing to Waste by Harriet A. Washington. It's ideal for those who appreciated The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks or Silent Spring, offering a detailed exploration of environmental racism and its impact on communities.
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384
Book • Nonfiction
United States • 21st century
2019
Adult
18+ years
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