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The Poison Eaters: Fighting Danger and Fraud in Our Food and Drugs by Jarrow
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Item specifics
- Condition
- Publication Date
- 2019-10-15
- Pages
- 160
- ISBN
- 9781629794389
- Book Title
- Poison Eaters : Fighting Danger and Fraud in Our Food and Drugs
- Item Length
- 10.2in
- Publisher
- Highlights Press, C/O Highlights for Children, Inc.
- Publication Year
- 2019
- Format
- Hardcover
- Language
- English
- Item Height
- 0.7in
- Genre
- Juvenile Nonfiction
- Topic
- Biography & Autobiography / Science & Technology, Cooking & Food, Social Science / Politics & Government, Health & Daily Living / Diet & Nutrition
- Item Width
- 8.4in
- Item Weight
- 28 Oz
- Number of Pages
- 160 Pages
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Product Information
Washington Post Best Children's Book 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. In 1900, products often 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, a US governmental organization that now has a key role in addressing the COVID-19/Coronavirus pandemic gripping the world today. Acclaimed nonfiction and Sibert Honor winning author Gail Jarrow uncovers this intriguing history in her trademark style that makes the past enthrallingly relevant for today's young readers.
Product Identifiers
Publisher
Highlights Press, C/O Highlights for Children, Inc.
ISBN-10
1629794384
ISBN-13
9781629794389
eBay Product ID (ePID)
22038533363
Product Key Features
Book Title
Poison Eaters : Fighting Danger and Fraud in Our Food and Drugs
Format
Hardcover
Language
English
Topic
Biography & Autobiography / Science & Technology, Cooking & Food, Social Science / Politics & Government, Health & Daily Living / Diet & Nutrition
Publication Year
2019
Genre
Juvenile Nonfiction
Number of Pages
160 Pages
Dimensions
Item Length
10.2in
Item Height
0.7in
Item Width
8.4in
Item Weight
28 Oz
Additional Product Features
Lc Classification Number
Tx518.W5j37 2019
Grade from
Fifth Grade
Grade to
Twelfth Grade
Reviews
"Not just for... middle-graders... (a) lively... thoroughly researched book." -- The Washington Post "(A) fascinating, stomach-churning account of Harvey Washington Wiley's crusade for food safety standards and regulation in the U.S. Vintage ads, product labels, newspaper headlines, cartoons, and photographs offer a visual feast for readers, who will be so engrossed in the stories of unconscionable products and unwitting victims that they won't realize they're imbibing a powerful lesson in food safety and the evolution of today's FDA. Extensive source notes and resources are icing on the cake." -- Booklist, starred review "Jarrow is brutally honest in her descriptions of the ill effects of certain toxins, and the included cheerful ads promoting poisonous products make for a particularly chilling juxtaposition. The no-nonsense tone mixes with wealth of riveting anecdotes to create a surprisingly heady brew of consumer history." -- The Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books, starred review "Jarrow vivaciously draws readers into a world of horrors hiding in plain taste. Maintaining a matter-of-fact, conversational tone throughout, she presents a tantalizing flood of anecdotes and facts, text peppered with old magazine adverts, photographs, and gory details aplenty; extensive backmatter encourages further research into a subject more than fascinating enough to warrant it. Revolting and riveting in turns, Jarrow's masterfully crafted narrative will fundamentally alter how readers view their food. Though laced with toxins, this is anything but toxic." -- Kirkus Reviews, starred review "A provocative... riveting chronicle... (i)n gripping, relatable language... this easy-to-read work (is) a fine classroom resource and an excellent addition to any collection. " -- Publishers Weekly, starred review "In this microhistory about the pure food movement, Gail Jarrow has created an excellent reference book about a little-regarded topic that will be useful to classes learning about science, American history, and government. The pictures include a variety of primary sources, including photographs, advertisements, political cartoons, and letters, all of which support further research." -- School Library Connection, starred review "With detailed descriptions of revolting food-production standards and dangerously uncontrolled medications, Jarrow captivates readers with a history of food and drug regulation. Recommended for nonfiction readers and anyone interested in what they are eating." -- School Library Journal "Jarrow... traces the story of Dr. Harvey Washington Wiley, now known as the "Father of the FDA," who devoted his life to getting the federal government to take responsibility for protecting consumers from poisonous foods. It's a fascinating horror story and an important study of real-life heroes who stood up and fought for government intervention on behalf of the American people.The book's open layout and plentiful archival photographs, advertisements, and other visuals enhance accessibility and interest." -- The Horn Book Review, "Beneath a skull-and-crossed-utensils cover, Jarrow unleashes the Poison Squad as part of her fascinating, stomach-churning account of Harvey Washington Wiley's crusade for food safety standards and regulation in the U.S. Vintage ads, product labels, newspaper headlines, cartoons, and photographs offer a visual feast for readers, who will be so engrossed in the stories of unconscionable products and unwitting victims that they won't realize they're imbibing a powerful lesson in food safety and the evolution of today's FDA. Extensive source notes and resources are icing on the cake." -- Booklist, starred review "Jarrow is brutally honest in her descriptions of the ill effects of certain toxins, and the included cheerful ads promoting poisonous products make for a particularly chilling juxtaposition. The no-nonsense tone mixes with wealth of riveting anecdotes to create a surprisingly heady brew of consumer history." -- The Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books, starred review "Jarrow vivaciously draws readers into a world of horrors hiding in plain taste. Maintaining a matter-of-fact, conversational tone throughout, she presents a tantalizing flood of anecdotes and facts, text peppered with old magazine adverts, photographs, and gory details aplenty; extensive backmatter encourages further research into a subject more than fascinating enough to warrant it. Revolting and riveting in turns, Jarrow's masterfully crafted narrative will fundamentally alter how readers view their food. Though laced with toxins, this is anything but toxic." -- Kirkus Reviews, starred review "A provocative... riveting chronicle... (i)n gripping, relatable language... this easy-to-read work (is) a fine classroom resource and an excellent addition to any collection. " -- Publishers Weekly, starred review "In this microhistory about the pure food movement, Gail Jarrow has created an excellent reference book about a little-regarded topic that will be useful to classes learning about science, American history, and government. The pictures include a variety of primary sources, including photographs, advertisements, political cartoons, and letters, all of which support further research." -- School Library Connection, "Jarrow vivaciously draws readers into a world of horrors hiding in plain taste. Maintaining a matter-of-fact, conversational tone throughout, she presents a tantalizing flood of anecdotes and facts, text peppered with old magazine adverts, photographs, and gory details aplenty; extensive backmatter encourages further research into a subject more than fascinating enough to warrant it. Revolting and riveting in turns, Jarrow's masterfully crafted narrative will fundamentally alter how readers view their food. Though laced with toxins, this is anything but toxic." -- Kirkus Reviews, starred review, Six starred reviews-- Booklist BCCB Kirkus Reviews Publishers Weekly School Library Connection Shelf Awareness ALSC Notable Children''s Book Washington Post Best Children''s Book NCTE Orbis Pictus Honor Book BCCB Blue Ribbon Kirkus Reviews Best Children''s Book NSTA Outstanding Science Trade Book for Students K-12 Chicago Public Library Best Children''s Book "Not just for... middle-graders... (a) lively... thoroughly researched book." -- The Washington Post "Startling, informative and fascinating." --Shelf Awareness, starred review "(A) fascinating, stomach-churning account of Harvey Washington Wiley''s crusade for food safety standards and regulation in the U.S. Vintage ads, product labels, newspaper headlines, cartoons, and photographs offer a visual feast for readers, who will be so engrossed in the stories of unconscionable products and unwitting victims that they won''t realize they''re imbibing a powerful lesson in food safety and the evolution of today''s FDA. Extensive source notes and resources are icing on the cake." -- Booklist, starred review "Jarrow is brutally honest in her descriptions of the ill effects of certain toxins, and the included cheerful ads promoting poisonous products make for a particularly chilling juxtaposition. The no-nonsense tone mixes with wealth of riveting anecdotes to create a surprisingly heady brew of consumer history." -- The Bulletin of the Center for Children''s Books, starred review "Jarrow vivaciously draws readers into a world of horrors hiding in plain taste. Maintaining a matter-of-fact, conversational tone throughout, she presents a tantalizing flood of anecdotes and facts, text peppered with old magazine adverts, photographs, and gory details aplenty; extensive backmatter encourages further research into a subject more than fascinating enough to warrant it. Revolting and riveting in turns, Jarrow''s masterfully crafted narrative will fundamentally alter how readers view their food. Though laced with toxins, this is anything but toxic." -- Kirkus Reviews, starred review "A provocative... riveting chronicle... (i)n gripping, relatable language... this easy-to-read work (is) a fine classroom resource and an excellent addition to any collection. " -- Publishers Weekly, starred review "In this microhistory about the pure food movement, Gail Jarrow has created an excellent reference book about a little-regarded topic that will be useful to classes learning about science, American history, and government. The pictures include a variety of primary sources, including photographs, advertisements, political cartoons, and letters, all of which support further research." -- School Library Connection, starred review "With detailed descriptions of revolting food-production standards and dangerously uncontrolled medications, Jarrow captivates readers with a history of food and drug regulation. Recommended for nonfiction readers and anyone interested in what they are eating." -- School Library Journal "Jarrow... traces the story of Dr. Harvey Washington Wiley, now known as the "Father of the FDA," who devoted his life to getting the federal government to take responsibility for protecting consumers from poisonous foods. It''s a fascinating horror story and an important study of real-life heroes who stood up and fought for government intervention on behalf of the American people.The book''s open layout and plentiful archival photographs, advertisements, and other visuals enhance accessibility and interest." -- The Horn Book Review, "Not just for... middle-graders... (a) lively... thoroughly researched book." -- The Washington Post "Startling, informative and fascinating." --Shelf Awareness, starred review "(A) fascinating, stomach-churning account of Harvey Washington Wiley's crusade for food safety standards and regulation in the U.S. Vintage ads, product labels, newspaper headlines, cartoons, and photographs offer a visual feast for readers, who will be so engrossed in the stories of unconscionable products and unwitting victims that they won't realize they're imbibing a powerful lesson in food safety and the evolution of today's FDA. Extensive source notes and resources are icing on the cake." -- Booklist, starred review "Jarrow is brutally honest in her descriptions of the ill effects of certain toxins, and the included cheerful ads promoting poisonous products make for a particularly chilling juxtaposition. The no-nonsense tone mixes with wealth of riveting anecdotes to create a surprisingly heady brew of consumer history." -- The Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books, starred review "Jarrow vivaciously draws readers into a world of horrors hiding in plain taste. Maintaining a matter-of-fact, conversational tone throughout, she presents a tantalizing flood of anecdotes and facts, text peppered with old magazine adverts, photographs, and gory details aplenty; extensive backmatter encourages further research into a subject more than fascinating enough to warrant it. Revolting and riveting in turns, Jarrow's masterfully crafted narrative will fundamentally alter how readers view their food. Though laced with toxins, this is anything but toxic." -- Kirkus Reviews, starred review "A provocative... riveting chronicle... (i)n gripping, relatable language... this easy-to-read work (is) a fine classroom resource and an excellent addition to any collection. " -- Publishers Weekly, starred review "In this microhistory about the pure food movement, Gail Jarrow has created an excellent reference book about a little-regarded topic that will be useful to classes learning about science, American history, and government. The pictures include a variety of primary sources, including photographs, advertisements, political cartoons, and letters, all of which support further research." -- School Library Connection, starred review "With detailed descriptions of revolting food-production standards and dangerously uncontrolled medications, Jarrow captivates readers with a history of food and drug regulation. Recommended for nonfiction readers and anyone interested in what they are eating." -- School Library Journal "Jarrow... traces the story of Dr. Harvey Washington Wiley, now known as the "Father of the FDA," who devoted his life to getting the federal government to take responsibility for protecting consumers from poisonous foods. It's a fascinating horror story and an important study of real-life heroes who stood up and fought for government intervention on behalf of the American people.The book's open layout and plentiful archival photographs, advertisements, and other visuals enhance accessibility and interest." -- The Horn Book Review
Copyright Date
2019
Lccn
2019-936023
Dewey Decimal
353.9970973
Intended Audience
Juvenile Audience
Dewey Edition
23
Illustrated
Yes
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