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Record Nr.

UNINA9910158619403321

Autore

Rock Meghan

Titolo

Rachel Carson : marine biologist and winner of the National Book Award / / Meghan Rock

Pubbl/distr/stampa

New York : , : Cavendish Square, , 2017

�2017

ISBN

1-5026-2320-X

Edizione

[First edition.]

Descrizione fisica

1 online resource (128 pages) : illustrations (some color), portraits

Collana

Women in Science

Disciplina

570.92

Soggetti

Biologists - United States

Environmentalists - United States

Women biologists - United States

Women conservationists - United States

Lingua di pubblicazione

Inglese

Formato

Materiale a stampa

Livello bibliografico

Monografia

Nota di bibliografia

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Nota di contenuto

1. Early life and education -- 2. Rachel Carson's times -- 3. Rachel Carson's field of study -- 4. Contemporaries, criticisms, and controversies -- 5. Rachel Carson's impact and legacy.

Sommario/riassunto

This book explores the life, accomplishments, and legacy of Rachel Carson (1907-1964), a marine biologist who became a dedicated conservationist. Her lauded book Silent Spring turned her into a household name, and her environmental writings influenced generations.