Dan Fagin

Dan Fagin is an American journalist and author, best known for his book 'Toms River: A Story of Science and Salvation', which won the 2014 Pulitzer Prize for General Nonfiction. He has a background in environmental reporting and has contributed to various publications, including The New York Times. Fagin is also a professor at New York University, where he directs the Science, Health, and Environmental Reporting Program.

Books

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  1. 1. Toms River: A Story of Science and Salvation

    The book is a detailed account of a small town in New Jersey, Toms River, which became the epicenter of a major environmental disaster due to industrial pollution. It chronicles the community's struggle for justice, the scientific investigation into the high cancer rates, and the eventual legal battle against the chemical companies responsible. The narrative intertwines public health, legal drama, and investigative journalism, providing a cautionary tale about the consequences of environmental negligence.