Drinking Water And Ice Supplies And Their Relations To Health And Disease (1892)

""Drinking Water and Ice Supplies: And Their Relations to Health and Disease"" is a book written by Theophil Mitchell Prudden, a renowned American physician and pathologist. First published in 1892, this book is a comprehensive study of the quality and safety of drinking water and ice supplies, and their impact on human health. The book covers a wide range of topics related to water and ice, including their sources, purification methods, and distribution systems. It also discusses the various diseases that can be caused by contaminated water and ice, such as cholera, typhoid fever, and dysentery. Prudden's research is based on extensive laboratory experiments and field studies, making the book a valuable resource for public health officials, water engineers, and anyone interested in the history of public health. Despite being over a century old, ""Drinking Water and Ice Supplies"" remains relevant today, as many communities around the world still struggle with access to clean and safe water. This book serves as a reminder of the importance of protecting our water sources and ensuring that they are free from harmful contaminants.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.