New Releases by Rachel Carson

The Rachel Carson Collection is an essential anthology that brings together four of the most influential works by the renowned environmentalist and marine biologist, Rachel Carson. This illustrated collection includes Under the Sea Wind, The Sea Around Us, The Edge of the Sea, and Silent Spring, offering a comprehensive overview of Carson's groundbreaking contributions to environmental science and literature. Under the Sea Wind (1941) is Carson's first book, which introduces readers to the intricate lives of marine creatures through a blend of scientific accuracy and poetic prose. This work sets the stage for Carson's lifelong commitment to marine biology and environmentalism. The Sea Around Us (1951), winner of the National Book Award, delves deeper into oceanography, explaining the science of the seas and their critical role in the earth's ecosystem. Carson's vivid descriptions and accessible explanations captivated a broad audience and highlighted the beauty and complexity of the marine world. Silent Spring (1962) is Carson's most famous work, which exposed the harmful effects of pesticides on the environment, particularly on birds. This book is credited with launching the modern environmental movement, leading to significant changes in policies regarding pesticide use and environmental protection. Together, these works underscore Rachel Carson's profound impact on environmental awareness and conservation. The Rachel Carson Collection is not only a tribute to her legacy but also a vital resource for understanding the intricate relationships between humans and the natural world. Contents: • Under the Sea Wind • The Sea Around Us • Silent Spring

An illustrated version of Rachel Carson's essay on clouds for young readers.

L’eredità letteraria di Rachel Carson si compone solo di quattro libri ma sono bastati a far guadagnare all’autrice una reputazione internazionale sia come naturalista sia come voce pubblica schierata a difesa del pianeta. Al tempo stesso, se l’umanità ha cominciato a riservare un’attenzione particolare al mondo vivente e al futuro della vita sulla Terra è proprio perché Carson ha illuminato per prima e con grande spirito visionario quelle che diversi anni dopo sarebbero state delle tematiche imprescindibili. Carson aveva progetti per almeno altri quattro lavori importanti, aveva raccolto idee per uno studio scientifico sull’evoluzione ed era affascinata dalle nuove scoperte sull’atmosfera e sul clima, un campo di ricerca allora emergente. Ma il tempo per lei finì nell’aprile del 1964. Una favola per il futuro, questa raccolta di materiali sconosciuti o poco noti – scritti giovanili, saggi apparsi su giornali e riviste specializzate, articoli e lettere – ci aiuta a colmare il divario tra i desideri di Carson e ciò che effettivamente riuscì a realizzare. I pezzi tratti dai suoi taccuini sul campo e soprattutto dai suoi discorsi pubblici le permettono di arrivare a generazioni che non l’hanno sentita parlare né l’hanno mai vista nelle poche apparizioni televisive, nell’epoca in cui i suoi libri scalavano le vette della classifica del “New York Times”. Fra gli argomenti trattati spiccano l’impegno per la tutela della fauna selvatica, l’appassionato interesse per gli uccelli, le angosce dell’èra atomica... Preoccupata per la riduzione delle spiagge americane, Carson raccomandava che alcune di esse fossero tenute al riparo dalle attività umane... La donna, la scienziata, la riformatrice e soprattutto la scrittrice che apprezziamo in questa raccolta combinava con eleganza scienza ed emozione, ragione e umanità. Una favola per il futuro riconosce a Rachel Carson una voce nuova e più completa a sostegno della natura. Una voce poliedrica e senza tempo.

“Il testo fondamentale di ogni educazione ambientalista.” Paolo Giordano “È secco il canneto del lago, e non sento alcun uccello cantare.” Dalla suggestione di questo verso di John Keats e del silenzio angosciante che evoca, Rachel Carson trasse il titolo per un libro visionario. Nato dall’osservazione dei mutamenti nella fauna e nella flora del New England tra gli anni quaranta e cinquanta, Primavera silenziosa metteva per la prima volta a fuoco il danno causato alla natura dall’uso indiscriminato di sostanze chimiche. Sfidando gli interessi delle grandi aziende produttrici di pesticidi – che armarono contro di lei una vera e propria campagna di diffamazione –, Carson diede fondo a una ricchissima documentazione per smascherare gli effetti nocivi di quei rimedi che per decenni erano stati salutati come la panacea dell’agricoltura. È raro che un libro riesca a modificare il corso della storia, ma il lavoro appassionato di Carson, improntato a uno scrupoloso rispetto della verità e a un grande coraggio intellettuale, riuscì a farlo, portando al bando del DDT negli Stati Uniti e divenendo poi, negli anni, un classico della letteratura ambientalista. Un’opera imprescindibile per chiunque sia interessato al futuro del pianeta – e degli esseri umani.

Verstild voorjaar opent met een ‘fabel voor morgen’, over een Amerikaans stadje waar een mysterieuze plaag de harmonie verstoort. Vogels en bijen verdwijnen, biggetjes sterven en huisartsen krijgen patiënten met vreemde klachten. De schaduw van de dood hangt over de gemeenschap. Verstild voorjaar, de grote en invloedrijke klassieker van Rachel Carson, is een kritiek op de destructieve controlezucht van de mens. Technologische vooruitgang heeft ons de beschikking gegeven over chemicaliën die ongedierte bestrijden. Maar de ecologische verwoesting en de schade aan de gezondheid die middelen als ddt teweegbrengt is enorm. Het boek had een grote impact. Niet alleen werden er honderdduizenden exemplaren van verkocht, het zorgde ook voor een verbod op DDT. Een boek dat de wereld veranderde en sinds zijn verschijnen niets van zijn alarmistische waarde heeft verloren.

In 'Silent Spring,' Rachel Carson delivers a groundbreaking critique of the environmental impact of pesticides, particularly DDT, weaving together compelling scientific evidence with lyrical prose. First published in 1962, the book is a pivotal work in the American environmental movement, employing a poetic yet factual narrative style that underscores the interconnectedness of nature. Carson's meticulous research reveals the dangers of chemical pollutants, not only to wildlife but to humanity itself, challenging the prevailing notion that technological progress comes without consequence. Her literary context is enriched by an era of burgeoning environmental awareness and skepticism towards industrial practices, making her work resonate deeply within the socio-political climate of the time. Rachel Carson was a biologist and nature writer whose life experiences fueled her commitment to environmental advocacy. Growing up in rural Pennsylvania, Carson developed a profound appreciation for nature that informed her scientific endeavors. Her previous works, such as 'The Sea Around Us,' established her reputation as a writer, but 'Silent Spring' marked a radical shift towards environmental activism, showcasing her determination to confront societal indifference to ecological harm. This essential reading is recommended for anyone interested in the origins of environmentalism and the ongoing discourse of humanity's role within the natural world. Carson's eloquent arguments and urgent call to action encourage readers to reconsider our relationship with the environment, making 'Silent Spring' a timeless and crucial text in the quest for ecological consciousness. In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience: - A succinct Introduction situates the work's timeless appeal and themes. - The Synopsis outlines the central plot, highlighting key developments without spoiling critical twists. - A detailed Historical Context immerses you in the era's events and influences that shaped the writing. - An Author Biography reveals milestones in the author's life, illuminating the personal insights behind the text. - A thorough Analysis dissects symbols, motifs, and character arcs to unearth underlying meanings. - Reflection questions prompt you to engage personally with the work's messages, connecting them to modern life. - Hand‐picked Memorable Quotes shine a spotlight on moments of literary brilliance. - Interactive footnotes clarify unusual references, historical allusions, and archaic phrases for an effortless, more informed read.

DigiCat Publishing presents to you this special edition of "Under the Sea-wind" by Rachel Carson. DigiCat Publishing considers every written word to be a legacy of humankind. Every DigiCat book has been carefully reproduced for republishing in a new modern format. The books are available in print, as well as ebooks. DigiCat hopes you will treat this work with the acknowledgment and passion it deserves as a classic of world literature.

These letters between the pioneering environmentalist and her beloved friend reveal "a vibrant, caring woman behind the scientist" ( Los Angeles Times). "Rachel Carson, author of The Silent Spring, has been celebrated as the pioneer of the modern environmental movement. Although she wrote no autobiography, she did leave letters, and those she exchanged—sometimes daily—with Dorothy Freeman, some 750 of which are collected here, are perhaps more satisfying than an account of her own life. In 1953, Carson became Freeman's summer neighbor on Southport Island, ME. The two discovered a shared love for the natural world—their descriptions of the arrival of spring or the song of a hermit thrush are lyrical—but their friendship quickly blossomed, as each realized she had found in the other a kindred spirit. To read this collection is like eavesdropping on an extended conversation that mixes the mundane events of the two women's family lives with details of Carson's research and writing and, later, her breast cancer. . . . Few who read these letters will forget these remarkable women and their even more remarkable bond." — Publishers Weekly "Darting, fresh, sensuous, pleasingly elliptical at times, these letters also serve to tether the increasingly deified Carson firmly to earth—just where she'd want to be." — Kirkus Reviews (starred review) "It is not often that a collection of letters reveals character, emotional depth, personality, indeed intellect and talent, as well as a full biography might; these letters do all that." — The New York Times Book Review "Provides insight into the creative process and a look into the daily lives of two intelligent, perceptive women whose family responsibilities were, at times, almost crushing." — Library Journal "Dotted with vivid observations of the natural world and perceptive commentary on friendship, family, fame, and life itself, Always, Rachel will appeal to readers interested in biography and women's studies as well as those drawn to nature writing and the history of the environmental movement." — Booklist Online

In twenty short books, Penguin brings you the classics of the environmental movement. With the precision of a scientist and the simplicity of a fable, Rachel Carson reveals how man-made pesticides have destroyed wildlife, creating a world of polluted streams and silent songbirds. Over the past 75 years, a new canon has emerged. As life on Earth has become irrevocably altered by humans, visionary thinkers around the world have raised their voices to defend the planet, and affirm our place at the heart of its restoration. Their words have endured through the decades, becoming the classics of a movement. Together, these books show the richness of environmental thought, and point the way to a fairer, saner, greener world.

Rachel Carson a autora que revolucionou a discurssão ambiental no mundo moderno através dos seus livros e que em 2006 pelo jornal The Guardian a colocou em primeiro lugar na lista de pessoas que mais contribuiram para a defesa do meio ambiente, vem agora em um box contendo suas principais obras editadas pela Global Editora. Primavera Silenciosa clássico absoluto sobre meio ambiente, livro que desencadeou uma investigação no governo Kennedy e fruto de mais de 4 anos de pesquisas, com fartos dados e documentos científicos. Gerou o banimento do isenticida DDT nos EUA por ser cancerígeno. Beira-Mar livro que era a paixão de Carson que é o mar, neste livro é explorado as regiões costeiras, as praias arenosas e os recife de coral, livro científico e poético ao mesmo tempo, de de escrita flúida e descrições majestosas mais um livro que não pode deixar de ser lido. Sob o Mar Vento primeiro livro da Rachel Escrito em 1941 descreve com precisão o comportamento de peixes e aves marinhas, livro de facil acesso sendo apreciado por estudiosos e quem deseja saber mais da área.Mais um livro que não pode faltar na coleção do apaixonado pela obra da Rachel Carson.

Apparso per la prima volta nel 1956, sulla rivista “Woman’s Home Companion”, e poi pubblicato da Harper nel 1965, Brevi lezioni di meraviglia è un piccolo gioiello senza tempo – finora inedito in Italia – firmato da Rachel Carson, biologa marina, madre del movimento ambientalista, che nel 1962 con Primavera silenziosa rivelò al mondo intero i pericoli derivanti dall’uso dei pesticidi e dei fertilizzanti. Nel 1955, Carson iniziò a lavorare a questo breve saggio considerandolo, fin da subito, uno dei progetti più importanti della sua vita, poi rimasto, purtroppo, incompiuto. Brevi lezioni di meraviglia è il racconto intimo delle escursioni fatte in compagnia del giovane nipote di tre anni Roger, che quell’estate le aveva fatto visita nella sua casa nel Maine. Insieme, avevano passeggiato lungo la costa rocciosa, attraversato foreste fitte e campi aperti, osservando la fauna selvatica, le piante, il chiaro di luna, le nuvole temporalesche e ascoltando la “musica viva” degli insetti nel sottobosco. In queste pagine, Carson cattura l’essenza dell’universo pieno di meraviglia dei bambini, risvegliando in noi quell’antico desiderio di comunione con il mondo vivente. Rammentando come il suo occhio ricettivo alle bellezze della natura si fosse affinato in compagnia della madre durante l’infanzia, Carson ci spiega che un bambino ha bisogno di almeno un adulto con cui vivere questo tipo di esperienze, purché l’adulto adotti l’atteggiamento del bambino. La natura, del resto, è un’arena piena di gioie da condividere e nell’avventura della scoperta ci rende tutti uguali.

L'un des ouvrages les plus célèbres au monde sur l'univers marin. Vendu à 1 000 000 d'exemplaires, traduit dans 30 langues, La Mer autour de nous constitue la grande porte d'entrée sur l'univers marin. Cette synthèse vibrante et passionnée, destinée au grand public, a influencé plusieurs générations d'océanographes. "A travers les années, l'énergie du livre est demeurée intacte : la flamme qui l'habite, le souffle puissant et évocateur, l'enthousiasme contagieux que Carson parvient à transmettre ligne après ligne, la joie à vivre au plus près de l'océan. L'émotion d'un lever de lune sur la mer, la charge d'une cavalerie de dauphins... La puissance du verbe prolonge et accomplit la raison scientifique". STEPHANE DURAND CO-SCENARISTE AVEC JACQUES PERRIN DU FILM OCEANS "Ce livre est une oeuvre remarquable à bien des égards, illuminée par la profonde communication entre Rachel Carson et la mer. Elle a beaucoup navigué, et son intime connaissance de l'histoire et de la vie des océans rejoint ses intuitions acquises lors de voyages océaniques". ERIC KARSENTI ET CHRISTIAN SARDET EXPEDITION "TARA OCEANS"

Clásico indiscutido de la Ecología, que nos recuerda la imperiosa necesidad de preservar la naturaleza y la vida en todas sus formas. Carson no solo se remonta al origen de la vida, ligada al agua, sino que propone un recorrido fascinante por todos los aspectos de la ciencia marina en un cautivador estudio acerca del proceso de formación de los océanos, a la vez que un alegato en favor de su conservación.

En esta obra, Rachel Carson describe, de un modo tan poťico como preciso, tan impropio de la ciencia al uso y tan profundamente enriquecedor, la vida de los peces, las aves y los mamf̕eros que comparten un mismo hb̀itat donde se unen el mar, la tierra y el aire. Una mirada n̕tima y una magistral narracin̤ que consigue, tal como propuso la propia Carson, "hacer del mar y de los seres que lo habitan una realidad vv̕ida para sus lectores, igual que lo ha sido para m ̕durante la l︢tima dčada".

Primeiro livro de Rachel Carson, "Sob o Mar-Vento" (publicado em 1941), embora tenha recebido boas críticas, só se tornou um best-seller depois do sucesso de "O Mar que nos Cerca" (editado em 1951 nos Estados Unidos e publicado no Brasil pela Editora Gaia, em 2010). O livro descreve com precisão o comportamento de peixes e aves marinhas, e seu estilo jornalístico-literário, do qual a autora se tornou um expoente, permite que seja apreciado tanto por jovens quanto por adultos.

«Para mantener vivo en un niño su innato sentido del asombro, se necesita la compañía de al menos un adulto con quien poder compartirlo, redescubriendo con él la alegría, la expectación y el misterio del mundo en que vivimos». Rachel Carson (1907-1964) es universalmente considerada la inspiradora del ecologismo moderno, gracias a su libro La Primavera Silenciosa, en el que denunció el uso indiscriminado del DDT señalando sus dañinas consecuencias para la salud pública y la Naturaleza. El sentido del asombro es probablemente su obra más trascendente y desconocida. Pues más allá de revelar en su vida las agresiones a la naturaleza, su principal legado fue enseñarnos que no hay mejor manera de preservarla que experimentar su grandeza. Este pequeño clásico, traducido por primera vez al español, es un antídoto refrescante contra la indiferencia y una guía para captar la fuerza de los descubrimientos sencillos que Carson consideraba esencial para vivir.

One of the most popular books ever written about the natural world is now in a beautifully illustrated commemorative edition. 130 illustrations, many in color.

El exito obtenido por la Historia del tiempo, de Stephen Hawking, propicio la creacion, en 1991, de esta coleccion de divulgacion cientifica que fue dirigida durante largo tiempo por dos personas de formacion humanistica: de ahi ciertas contaminaciones al inicio de la coleccion. Sin embargo, cuando Jose Manuel Sanchez Ron se hizo cargo de ella, dio un aprobado a la gestion anterior. En esta coleccion, quiza la mas ambiciosa de todas las de divulgacion cientifica que se editan en espanol, se han publicado obras de Stephen Jay Gould, Carl Sagan, lan Stewart, Edward O. Wilson, Antonio Damasio, Luigi Luca Cavalli-Sforza, Ilya Prigogine, John D. Barrow, Rita Levi Montalcini, Richard P. Feynman, Roger Penrose, Steven Weinberg, Rachel Carson, Francisco Garcia Olmedo, Francisco Yndurain o Jose Manuel Sanchez Ron. Este libro, publicado en 1962, senala un momento decisivo en la historia de la toma de conciencia ante la degradacion del medio ambiente y en el nacimiento del movimiento ecologista, por su poderosa y conmovedora denuncia de los efectos nocivos que para la naturaleza tenia el empleo masivo de productos quimicos. Cuarenta anos despues de su aparicion, esta Biblia del ecologismo mantiene toda su vigencia.

Discover the previously uncollected works of Silent Spring author Rachel Carson—considered one of the best nature writers of the 20th century. “Lyric, descriptive, informative, and moving.” —The New York Times When Rachel Carson died of cancer in 1964, her four books, including the environmental classic Silent Spring, had made her one of the most famous people in America. This anthology of previously uncollected writings is a priceless addition to our knowledge of Rachel Carson, her affinity with the natural world, and her life. Featuring nature writing, speeches, field notebook passages, and letters, this collection is an invaluable insight to Carson's thought and philosophy and a treasure trove for environmentalists.

First published more than three decades ago, this reissue of Rachel Carson's award-winning classic brings her unique vision to a new generation of readers. Stunning new photographs by Nick Kelsh beautifully complement Carson's intimate account of adventures with her young nephew, Roger, as they enjoy walks along the rocky coast of Maine and through dense forests and open fields, observing wildlife, strange plants, moonlight and storm clouds, and listening to the "living music" of insects in the underbrush. "If a child is to keep alive his inborn sense of wonder." Writes Carson, "he needs the companionship of at least one adult who can share it, rediscovering with him the joy, excitement and mystery of the world we live in." The Sense of Wonder is a refreshing antidote to indifference and a guide to capturing the simple power of discovery that Carson views as essential to life. In her insightful new introduction, Linda Lear remembers Rachel Carson's groundbreaking achievements in the context of the legendary environmentalist's personal commitment to introducing young and old to the miracles of nature. Kelsh's lush photographs inspire sensual, tactile reactions: masses of leaves floating in a puddle are just waiting to be scooped up and examined more closely. An image of a narrow path through the trees evokes the earthy scent of the woods after a summer rain. Close-ups of mosses and miniature lichen fantasy-lands will spark innocent'as well as more jaded'imaginations. Like a curious child studying things underfoot and within reach, Kelsh's camera is drawn to patterns in nature that too often elude hurried adults'a stand of beech trees in the springtime, patches of melting snow and the ripples from a pebble tossed into a slow-moving stream. The Sense of Wonder is a timeless volume that will be passed on from children to grandchildren, as treasured as the memory of an early-morning walk when the song of a whippoorwill was heard as if for the first time.