Silent Spring
by Carson, Rachel (Illustrator), Louis Darling
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- Hardcover
- first
- Condition
- Fine/Very Good DJ
- ISBN 10
- 0395075068
- ISBN 13
- 9780395075067
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About This Item
US: Houghton Mifflin Company, 1962. Houghton Mifflin Company 1962 First Edition SD Fine/Very Good DJ Dark green cloth with reflective gold lettering. Illustrated blue design end papers. Upper page edge dyed yellow are bright. Illustrated with drawings by Lois and Louis Darling, lithographed by Mahoney & Roese. xvi+368 pages with index. Bright glossy clipped dust jacket with mended tears protected in clear dust jacket cover. HEAVY ITEM 1.64 Pounds.. First Edition SD. Hardcover. Fine/Very Good DJ. No Exp.
Synopsis
Silent Spring is a groundbreaking environmental science book by Rachel Carson that brought environmental concerns to the general population. It was published in 1962, a decade after Carson won the National Book Award for her best-selling book The Sea Around Us (1951). When Silent Spring was published, Rachel Carson was already a well-known writer on natural history but had not previously been a social critic. Silent Spring served as a catalyst for the modern environmental movement, shedding light on the detrimental effects of indiscriminate pesticide use on ecosystems and human health. Examining the widespread use of synthetic pesticides, particularly DDT, and their unintended consequences on wildlife and the environment, Carson exposes how pesticides harm beneficial insects, birds, and aquatic life. Silent Spring argues that these chemicals accumulate in the food chain, posing serious risks to human beings. Upon its release, Silent Spring sparked both praise and controversy. The book's publication history reflects this dynamic reception. The first edition was published by Houghton Mifflin Company in 1962, with illustrations by Louis and Lois Darling. The initial print run of 50,000 copies sold out quickly, indicating the significant public interest in the subject matter. The book's first edition has a few notable points. The cover of the first edition features a striking illustration of a forest with silhouetted birds created by Paul Bacon. The book consists of 17 chapters and ends with a chapter titled "The Other Road," which suggests alternative methods of pest control that are less harmful to the environment. Despite initial criticism from the chemical industry and agricultural interests, Silent Spring garnered widespread acclaim for its scientific rigor and persuasive arguments. It raised awareness about the need for environmental protection and led to increased scrutiny of pesticide use. The book ultimately influenced policy changes, such as the banning of DDT in the United States and the establishment of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) in 1970. Rachel Carson's Silent Spring remains a seminal work in environmental literature, inspiring generations of activists, scientists, and policymakers to address the ecological challenges facing our planet. Its enduring impact continues to shape environmental discourse and conservation efforts worldwide.
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- Keeper of the Page
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- Bookseller's Inventory #
- 2000040732
- Title
- Silent Spring
- Author
- Carson, Rachel (Illustrator), Louis Darling
- Format/Binding
- Hardcover
- Book Condition
- Used - Fine
- Jacket Condition
- Very Good DJ
- Edition
- First Edition SD
- ISBN 10
- 0395075068
- ISBN 13
- 9780395075067
- Publisher
- Houghton Mifflin Company
- Place of Publication
- US
- Date Published
- 1962
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