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Silent Spring

By: Rachel Carson
Narrated by: Susie Berneis
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Conservationist Rachel Carson spent over six years documenting the effects on DDT, a synthetic organic compound used as an insecticide, on numerous communities. Her analysis revealed that such powerful, persistent chemical pesticides have been used without a full understanding of the extent of their potential harm to the whole biota, including the damage they've caused to wildlife, birds, bees, agricultural animals, domestic pets, and even humans. In this book, Carson discusses her findings and expresses passionate concern for the future of the planet and all the life inhabiting it, calling on us all to act responsibly, carefully, and as stewards of the living earth. Additionally, she suggests that all democracies and liberal societies must operate in a way that allows individuals and groups to question what their governments have permitted to be put into the environment. An instant best seller that was read by President Kennedy during the summer of 1962, this classic remains one of the best introductions to the complicated and controversial subject.

©1962, 2002 Rachel Carson (P)2018 Dreamscape Media, LLC Environment Nature & Ecology Outdoors & Nature Science Conservation
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If you are concerned about the health of planet earth this book is a must read for the 21st century: Even though this book is nearly 60 years old.

A must read

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Over 60 years on, the messages and call to action for a healthier planet remain as pertinent as ever

Messages still relevant today

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it's interesting to know the book that started the environmental movement and although some information is outdated it was still interesting

a classic

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