A biography of the biologist focusing on her childhood in Pennsylvania, her growing interest as an adult in environmental concerns, and the importance of her book "Silent Spring" in exposing the environmental harm done by pesticides.
Explores Silent Spring's historical context and its influence on and repercussions for the world. Silent Spring not only exposed the dangers of pesticides but became one of the most influential manifestos on environmental issues.
A biography of the biologist focusing on the events that led her to expose pesticide pollution in her book "Silent Spring" and her legacy as a founder of the environmental movement.
A biography of the scientist and writer whose book "Silent Spring" warned of the dangers of pesticides and launched a popular movement to control their use.
Details the life of Rachel Carson, with chapters devoted to her early years, life, work, ecological writings, and legacy, as well as how children can follow in her footsteps.
Examines the life and career of marine biologist Rachel Carson; discussing her childhood, education, research, publications, personal life, and fight against cancer.