The great stink : how Joseph Bazalgette solved London's poop pollution problem

Select an Action

Title:

The great stink : how Joseph Bazalgette solved London's poop pollution problem

Alternate title:

How Joseph Bazalgette solved London's poop pollution problem

Author:

Paeff, Colleen, author.

Carpenter, Nancy, illustrator.

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. This STEM-focused story provides a window into the past and shows how one invention went on to affect generations to come--and teaches kids how they can prevent pollution in their own neighborhoods today"-- Provided by publisher.

Audience:

004-008.

2-3.

Edition:

First edition.

Physical Description:

1 volume (unpaged) : color illustrations ; 29 cm

Genre:

Biographies.

Picture books.

Personal Subject:

Bazalgette, Joseph William, Sir, 1819-1891-Juvenile literature.

Subject Term:

Sewerage -- History -- 19th century -- Juvenile literature.

Sewerage -- History -- Juvenile literature.

Geographic Term:

London (England) -- History -- Juvenile literature.

Author(s):

Carpenter, Nancy,

Publisher:

Margaret K. McElderry Books,

Publication Date:

2021

ISBN:

9781534449299

Publication Information:

New York : Margaret K. McElderry Books, [2021]

Award Note:

Robert F. Sibert Informational Book Honor, 2022

Call Number:

P PAEFF

Holds: Copies:

Available:*

Item Barcode	Collection	Call Number	Status	Item Holds
33607003586677	Picture Books	PAEFF	Searching... Unknown	Searching... Unavailable

Bound With These Titles

On Order

Summary

A Robert F. Sibert Honor Book!

Discover the true story about the determined engineer who fixed London's pollution problem in this funny, accessible nonfiction picture book featuring engaging art from the illustrator of Queen Victoria's Bathing Machine .

It's the summer of 1858, and London's River Thames STINKS. What is creating this revolting smell? The answer is gross: the river is full of poop.

But the smell isn't the worst problem. Every few years, cholera breaks out, and thousands of people die. Could there be a connection between the foul water and the deadly disease?

One engineer dreams of making London a cleaner, healthier place. His name is Joseph Bazalgette. His grand plan to create a new sewer system to clean the river is an engineering marvel. And his sewers will save lives. Nothing stinky about that.

With tips for how to prevent pollution today, this fascinating look at science, history, and what one person can do to create change will impress and astound readers who want to help make their planet a cleaner, happier place to live.

Author Notes

Fueled by English breakfast tea, a burning curiosity, and a love of research, Colleen Paeff writes from a book-lined office in an old pink house with a view of the Hollywood sign. Visit her online at ColleenPaeff.com.

Nancy Carpenter is the acclaimed illustrator of Thomas Jefferson and the Mammoth Hunt , Queen Victoria's Bathing Machine , Fannie in the Kitchen , and Loud Emily , among other books. Her works have garnered many honors, including two Christopher Awards and the Jane Addams Children's Book Award. She lives in Brooklyn, New York. Visit her at NancyCarpenter.website.