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Garbology: Our Dirty Love Affair with Trash by Edward Humes explores America's profound issues with trash production and consumption, using compelling statistics and personal stories to illustrate the problem. Humes investigates causes such as corporate packaging decisions and materialism, and highlights the experiences of individuals like a hoarding couple and landfill workers. He concludes with actionable strategies to reduce waste, such as recycling and supporting plastic bag bans. The book also includes stories of people affected by hoarding and mental health issues.