American experience. The poison squad. [videorecording]
By the close of the Industrial Revolution, the American food supply was tainted--by frauds, fakes, and legions of new, untested chemicals--all threatening the health of consumers across the country. Based on the critically acclaimed book by Deborah Blum, it tells the story of crusading government chemist Harvey Washington Wiley, the man who led the pure food movement against the food manufacturing industry in the early years of the twentieth century, embarking upon a series of bold and controversial trials on twelve subjects--who would become known as the "Poison Squad." Wiley's experiments and tireless advocacy laid the groundwork for the United States' consumer protection laws, and ultimately the creation of the FDA.
Record details
- ISBN: 9781531711696
- ISBN: 1531711693
- Physical Description: 1 videodisc (120 min.) : sound, color ; 4 3/4 in.
- Publisher: [Arlington, VA] : PBS, [2020]
Content descriptions
- General Note:
- Originally broadcast on television in 2020.Title from web page.Wide scren (16x9).
- Target Audience Note:
- Grades 9-12.Rating: NR.
- System Details Note:
- DVD, region 1, wide screen (16x9).
Search for related items by subject
- Subject:
- Food adulteration and inspection > United States.
Food additives > Safety regulations > United States > History.
Food > Safety measures > Government policy > United States.
Food > Safety regulations > United States.
Consumer protection > United States > History.
United States > Politics and government > 1901-1909. - Genre:
- Documentary television programs.
Available copies
- 2 of 2 copies available at NC Cardinal. (Show)
- 1 of 1 copy available at McDowell County Public Library.
Holds
- 0 current holds with 2 total copies.
Show Only Available Copies
| Location | Call Number / Copy Notes | Barcode | Shelving Location | Status | Due Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Old Fort Branch Library | DVD 363.19 POI (Text) | 37810435369391 | Adult Video | Available | - |
