The Wild and the Toxic

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Focusing on the intersection of health and environmental activism, the book explores the diverse and often conflicting perspectives on ecosystem, planetary, and human health. It highlights the differing priorities and definitions of health among various groups, including lobbyists, grassroots activists, and advocacy organizations. Jennifer Thomson delves into the political, social, and intellectual developments that have shaped these competing claims, providing a nuanced understanding of the complexities surrounding environmental health discourse in the late twentieth century.