carson, rachel

Biography, in text and photographs, of the biologist whose book, Silent spring, changed the way people around the world think about the environment.

Tells the life story of Rachel Carson, describing her nature-rich childhood in Pennsylvania, her path to becoming a biologist, the impact of her book "Silent Spring," and her role in the birth of contemporary environmentalism.

Traces the career of writer and environmentalist, Rachel Carson.

Discusses author and marine biologist Rachel Carson's efforts to protect the environment, from her childhood nature outings in Pennsylvania through the impact of her 1962 book, "Silent Spring.".

When thirteen-year-old Miles O'Malley discovers a rare deep-sea creature stranded in the mud of the tidal flats of Puget Sound, he finds himself thrown into the limelight, but when he continues discovering rare ocean creatures, some begin to wonder if he is an unlikely prophet.

When thirteen-year-old Miles O'Malley discovers a rare deep-sea creature stranded in the mud of the tidal flats of Puget Sound, he finds himself thrown into the limelight, but when he continues discovering rare ocean creatures, some begin to wonder if he is an unlikely prophet.

Provides information about the life of Rachel Carson, discussing her childhood, education, work as an author and environmentalist, legacy, and other related topics.

Describes the life of ecologist Rachel Carson, with emphasis on the importance of her books to the environmental movement.

A biography of the marine biologist and nature writer well-known for her campaign against the careless use of chemicals.

Describes the life of the conservationist, known for her work in protecting the environment.