American Pests: The Losing War on Insects from Colonial Times to DDT - James McWilliams - Books - Columbia University Press - 9780231139427 - June 17, 2008
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James McWilliams
American Pests: The Losing War on Insects from Colonial Times to DDT

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Argues for a more harmonious and rational approach to our relationship with insects, one that does not harm our environment. Beginning with the early techniques of colonial farmers and ending with the modern use of chemical insecticides, this book shows how America's war on insects mirrors its continual struggle with nature and technology.

312 pages, 35 illus.

Media Books     Hardcover Book   (Book with hard spine and cover)
Released June 17, 2008
ISBN13 9780231139427
Publishers Columbia University Press
Pages 312
Dimensions 152 × 229 × 25 mm   ·   544 g

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