Bibliograph

Killer smog, London, England, by Joyce Markovics

Type

Label

Killer smog, London, England, by Joyce Markovics

Language

eng

Bibliography note

Includes bibliographical references (page 31) and index

Index

index present

resource.interestAgeLevel

Age 5-8

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

Killer smog

Nature of contents

bibliography

Oclc number

986788542

Responsibility statement

by Joyce Markovics

Series statement

Eco-disasters

Sub title

London, England

Summary

In December 1952, a thick layer of black smog blanketed London. The filthy air blinded people on the streets and brought traffic to a screeching halt. Worst of all, the pollution was deadly. It sickened 100,000 people and took the lives of 4,000. Killer Smog: London, England traces the devastating story of air pollution that took thousands of lives and brought London to a standstill. Fascinating photos of the actual events, maps, and fact boxes enrich the compelling text. The personal and heart-breaking story will grip and inspire young readers

Table Of Contents

The Great Smog -- A terrible loss -- A look back -- Pea soupers -- December 5, 1952 -- Impossible to see -- Filthy air -- Sickened by the smog -- Illness and death -- The Great Smog lifts -- The clean air act -- London's air today -- Fixing the future

Target audience

pre adolescent

Classification