Hard Water

Politics and Water Supply in Milwaukee, 1870-1995

• Author(s): Kate Foss-Mollan,
• Publisher: Purdue University Press
• Pages: 218
• ISBN_10: 1557531951
  ISBN_13: 9781557531957
  
• Language: en
• Categories: Business & Economics / Industries / General , History / United States / State & Local / General , Nature / Natural Resources , Political Science / American Government / State , Political Science / Public Policy / General , Technology & Engineering / Industrial Engineering , Technology & Engineering / Mechanical , Technology & Engineering / Environmental / Water Supply , Technology & Engineering / History ,

Description:... Hard Water: Politics And Water Supply in Milwaukee, 1870-1995 by educator and urban studies specialist Kate Foss-Mollan is the documented and historical account of the water supply of Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Foss-Mollan blends urban history, technology, biology, research, and political science into a remarkably intriguing and informative saga. From conflicts over supplying poor neighborhoods to partisan debates regarding the necessity of a filtration plant, Hard Water spans over a century with an eye-opening account of the wrangling, machinations, and more - all about a seemingly simple drink of water. This book is very highly recommended for American urban studies reading lists.