The History of a Crime Against the Food Law (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781025424590)

"The History of a Crime Against the Food Law" is a seminal account written by Harvey W. Wiley, the primary architect and first administrator of the landmark Pure Food and Drug Act of 1906. In this detailed exposé, Wiley documents the systematic efforts by industry interests and government officials to undermine the enforcement of the very law designed to protect the American public from adulterated and misbranded food and drugs. The work serves as both a memoir of a dedicated public servant and a scathing critique of the political maneuvering that prioritized corporate profits over consumer safety.

Through meticulous documentation, Wiley recounts his tenure as the Chief of the Bureau of Chemistry and the subsequent challenges he faced from within the administration. The book explores the scientific and legal battles surrounding additives, labeling, and the purity of the nation's food supply. This text remains an essential primary source for understanding the history of public health in the United States, the evolution of regulatory agencies, and the enduring struggle for government accountability and transparency. It is a powerful testament to the necessity of rigorous food safety standards and the ongoing fight against institutional corruption.

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Author: Harvey Washington Wiley
ISBN-10: 102542459X
ISBN-13: 9781025424590
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Language: English
Published: 02/14/2026
Pages: 428
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.70lbs
Size: 9.21h x 6.14w x 0.94d