AIR POLLUTION EPISODES

Chronicling significant air pollution events from the Great Smog of London to the Kuwait Oil Fires, this book explores their profound social, economic, and political impacts. It examines the legacies of these incidents in medicine, science, and public policy, providing a comprehensive analysis through technical details and firsthand accounts from witnesses. By comparing ten pivotal episodes, it highlights the ongoing relevance of air quality issues and their implications for society today.