River Pollution Commission (8 results)

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

HRD. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

HRD. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book presents the findings and recommendations of the Illinois River Pollution Commission, established in 1949. The Commission was tasked with investigating sources and effects of water pollution in the Illinois River and developing strategies for controlling it. The book outlines the Commission's investigation into the extent and causes of pollution and summarizes the scientific data collected during its field survey. It discusses the historical context of pollution in the Illinois River, focusing on the impact of industrial and municipal waste discharge on water quality. The book explores the profound effects of pollution on public health, aquatic ecosystems, and recreational activities. It highlights the challenges faced by communities in balancing economic development and environmental protection and underscores the importance of considering water quality in land use planning and erosion control. The Commission's comprehensive analysis provides valuable insights into the complex issues surrounding water pollution, emphasizing the need for a coordinated approach involving government agencies, industries, and the public. By promoting informed decision-making and sustainable practices, the book contributes to the ongoing efforts to restore and maintain the ecological integrity of the Illinois River and protect its vital role in the state's environment and economy. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.

Hardcover. Condition: Poor. 1st Edition. Contents - River Thames (1866), vol. I, 44, 12 folding plans, sections, elevations etc. (1 coloured); vol. II (1866), 347; River Lee (1867), vol. II, 200; Mersey and Ribble Basins (1870), vol. I, 140, 4 folding plans (3 coloured); A.B.C. Process (1870), ix, 35. Contemporary purple cloth over boards, covers detached, spine strip lacking, title page of First Report loose and frayed at edges. Maps hardly used. Some browning in places, a few, small, unobtrusive library stamps (in need of rebinding).

LeatherBound. Condition: New. BOOKS ARE EXEMPT FROM IMPORT DUTIES AND TARIFFS; NO EXTRA CHARGES APPLY. Leather Binding on Spine and Corners with Golden leaf printing on spine. Bound in genuine leather with Satin ribbon page markers and Spine with raised gilt bands. A perfect gift for your loved ones. Reprinted from 1951 edition. NO changes have been made to the original text. This is NOT a retyped or an ocr'd reprint. Illustrations, Index, if any, are included in black and white. Each page is checked manually before printing. As this print on demand book is reprinted from a very old book, there could be some missing or flawed pages, but we always try to make the book as complete as possible. Fold-outs, if any, are not part of the book. If the original book was published in multiple volumes then this reprint is of only one volume, not the whole set and contains approximately 28 pages. IF YOU WISH TO ORDER PARTICULAR VOLUME OR ALL THE VOLUMES YOU CAN CONTACT US. Resized as per current standards. Sewing binding for longer life, where the book block is actually sewn (smythe sewn/section sewn) with thread before binding which results in a more durable type of binding. Language: English.

LeatheBound. Condition: New. BOOKS ARE EXEMPT FROM IMPORT DUTIES AND TARIFFS; NO EXTRA CHARGES APPLY. Leatherbound edition. Condition: New. Leather Binding on Spine and Corners with Golden leaf printing on spine. Bound in genuine leather with Satin ribbon page markers and Spine with raised gilt bands. Pages: 108. A perfect gift for your loved ones. Reprinted from 1964 edition. NO changes have been made to the original text. This is NOT a retyped or an ocr'd reprint. Illustrations, Index, if any, are included in black and white. Each page is checked manually before printing. As this print on demand book is reprinted from a very old book, there could be some missing or flawed pages, but we always try to make the book as complete as possible. Fold-outs, if any, are not part of the book. If the original book was published in multiple volumes then this reprint is of only one volume, not the whole set. IF YOU WISH TO ORDER PARTICULAR VOLUME OR ALL THE VOLUMES YOU CAN CONTACT US. Resized as per current standards. Sewing binding for longer life, where the book block is actually sewn (smythe sewn/section sewn) with thread before binding which results in a more durable type of binding. Language: English Pages: 108.