The Uses And Abuses Of Air: Showing Its Influence In Sustaining Life, And Producing Disease, With Remarks On The Ventilation Of Houses (1848)

By John H. Griscom

Book Overview

""The Uses and Abuses of Air"" is a book written by John Hoskins Griscom and published in 1848. The book explores the importance of air in sustaining life and the negative effects of polluted air on human health. Griscom discusses the various ways in which air can be contaminated, including through industrial pollution and poor ventilation in homes and buildings. He also provides recommendations for improving air quality, such as proper ventilation and the use of air filters. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of public health and the importance of clean air for human well-being.In Two Parts.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1165153157
• ISBN13: 9781165153152
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 280 Pages
• Weight: 0.83 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"