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This book explores the potential and challenges of cultivating urban soils, focusing on the contamination, management, and historical context of peri-urban and urban lands. It addresses the risks associated with various pollutants, the impact of historical land use, and the role of composting in urban agriculture. The authors, a diverse group of experts from various fields, aim to raise awareness about the ecological and health implications of urban soil use and encourage community engagement in sustainable practices. The book is intended for researchers, policymakers, urban planners, and citizens interested in sustainable urban agriculture and soil management.

Urban agriculture. --- Soil pollution.