Power Lines - (Politics and Society in Modern America) by Andrew Needham

Power Lines: Unveiling the Hidden Inequalities of Postwar Growth in Phoenix and the American Southwest Discover the untold story of how power lines transformed postwar Phoenix and deepened inequalities in the American Southwest.

This groundbreaking book explores the far-reaching environmental and social impacts of metropolitan growth, shedding light on the roots of the contemporary climate change crisis.

Learn how inexpensive electricity became a requirement for modern life in Phoenix, driving assembly lines and cooling the oppressive heat, while Navajo households remained without power, leading to air pollution and marginalization. Uncover the unequal connections between distant landscapes and how environmental changes reached far beyond the metropolitan frontier.

This comprehensive account offers a new perspective on postwar inequality, highlighting the similar patterns of marginalization faced by residents of the metropolitan periphery.

Don't miss out on this thought-provoking and informative read that will challenge your understanding of power lines and their impact on our environment and society.