Silent Spring

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'Carson's books brought ecology into popular consciousness' -- Daily Telegraph

Now recognized as one of the most influential books of the twentieth century, SILENT SPRING exposed the destruction of wildlife through the widespread use of pesticides. Despite condemnation in the press and heavy-handed attempts by the chemical industry to ban the book, Rachel carson succeeded in creating a new public awareness of the environment which led to changes in government and inspired the ecological movement.

Book details and technical specifications

Format: Paperback / softback
ISBN13: 9780141184944
Published: September 2000

Number of pages: 336
Width: 129 mm
Height: 199 mm
Depth: 18 mm

Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd