Plastic: A Toxic Love Story, written by Susan Freinkel, offers an in-depth exploration of our complex relationship with plastic. This hardcover edition delves into the pervasive role of plastic in our lives, examining its impact on chemistry, materials science, and public policy. Published by HarperCollins in 2011, the book spans 336 pages and measures 9 inches in length, 6 inches in width, with a depth of 1 inch, and weighs 18.8 ounces. Discover how this remarkable material, which has facilitated numerous technological advancements and improved our quality of life, has also become an environmental nemesis. Freinkel's narrative weaves together the intricate connections between plastic's multifaceted applications and the societal implications of its ubiquity, making it an essential reading for anyone interested in the intersection of science, technology, and policy.