48 pages 1 hour read

Sandra Steingraber

Living Downstream: A Scientist's Personal Investigation of Cancer and the Environment

Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 1997

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Sandra Steingraber's Living Downstream is lauded for its compelling narrative that links environmental toxins to cancer. Critics praise her thorough research, engaging writing, and personal storytelling. Some note it can be data-dense, potentially challenging for casual readers. Overall, it is a powerful call to environmental activism through a scientific yet personal lens.

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Who Should Read Living Downstream?

Readers who are passionate about environmental science, public health, and personal narratives will enjoy Living Downstream by Sandra Steingraber. Similar to Rachel Carson's Silent Spring, this book combines scientific research with a compelling personal story, making it ideal for those interested in ecology and activism.

Recommended

Reading Age

18+years

Lexile Level

1250L

Book Details

Topics
Science / Nature
Health / Medicine
Politics / Government
Themes
Natural World: Environment
Natural World: Animals
Natural World: Food
Genre
Education