Pure Food

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The book explores the "pure food" movement, highlighting its role within the broader Progressive movement and the diverse coalition of advocates pushing for food and drug regulation. James Harvey Young delves into the historical context, detailing the technological and medical shifts that influenced this crusade. He examines internal conflicts among farming, business, and consumer groups, as well as the growing public concern over food safety. The narrative culminates in the legislative achievements of the 1906 Food and Drugs Act and meat inspection law, showcasing the complexities of this pivotal era.