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Great stink : how Joseph Bazalgette solved London's poop pollution problem
Author: Paeff, Colleen

Publisher: Margaret K. McElderry Books (2021)

Dewey: 628
Classification: Biography
Physical Description: [38] p., col. ill., 28 cm

BTSB No: 695270

ISBN: 9781534449299

Ages: 4-8

Grades: K-3

Subjects:
Bazalgette, Joseph William, -- Sir, -- 1819-1891
Sewerage -- England -- London -- History -- 19th century
Civil engineers -- Biography
Pollution

Price: $22.58

Summary:
This funny and informative picture book tells the story of Joseph Bazalgette, a 19th century engineer who designed London's first comprehensive sewage system. In doing so, he saved thousands of lives from cholera outbreaks that regularly plagued the city.

Illustrator:

Carpenter, Nancy

Accelerated Reader Information:
   Interest Level: MG
   Reading Level: 5.60
   Points: .5   Quiz: 514541

Awards:
Robert F. Sibert Informational Book Honor, 2022

Reviews:
Kirkus Reviews (+) (06/15/21)

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