The mask : a history of breathing bad air / Bruno J. Strasser and Thomas Schlich.

Author/creator Strasser, Bruno J. author.
Other author Schlich, Thomas, author.
Format Book
PublicationNew Haven ; London : Yale University Press, [2025]
Copyright Date©2025
Descriptionviii, 276 pages : illustrations ; 25 cm
Subjects
Respiration--Social aspects.
Masks--Health aspects.
Masks--Social aspects.
Breathing apparatus--History. --Social aspects.
Air--Pollution. --Social aspects.
Airborne infection--Social aspects.
Air quality management--Social aspects.
Respiration--Aspect social.
Masques--Aspect social.
Polluants atmosphériques--Aspect social.
Infection aérogène--Aspect social.
Air--Qualité. --Gestion. --Aspect social.

Contents The elusive beaked mask -- The smell of disease -- Of masks and men -- Masking harm -- Fog, fumes, and fashion -- The surgeon's mask -- The invisible enemy -- Gas! -- The politics of masking -- Masks, East and West -- Mask consumption.
Abstract "For centuries, humans have sought to protect themselves from harmful air, whether from smoke, dust, vapors, or germs. This book offers the first history of respiratory masks--ranging from simple pieces of cloth to elaborate gas masks-- and explores why they have sparked both hope and fear."--Page [4] of cover.
Bibliography noteIncludes bibliographical references and index.
Issued in other formebook version : 9780300283754
ISBN9780300276039 hardcover
ISBN0300276036 hardcover
ISBNePub ebook
Standard identifier# CIPO000246592

Availability

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Joyner General Stacks T55.3 .G3 S77 2025 ✔ Available Place Hold