• Title: Plutonium and the Rio Grande
• GTIN: 9780195358308

Plutonium and the Rio Grande explores the history of plutonium contamination in the Rio Grande River, tracing it to nuclear weapons production and accidental releases. It examines the environmental and health impacts on communities along the river, and the political and social factors shaping responses. The book highlights environmental remediation challenges and debates surrounding nuclear legacies, providing a critical analysis of this environmental issue in the American Southwest and prompting reflection on the consequences of industrial activity and environmental stewardship.