The Sea Around Us by Rachel Carson

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Book name:	The Sea Around Us (2024)
Category:	Climate
Author:	Rachel Carson
Pages:	300 pages
Language:	English
Publication data:	Jan. 1, 1951, midnight

This book is a compelling exploration of the world's oceans, delving into their geological and biological processes. The author examines the history of the seas, from their formation millions of years ago to their present state. She discusses the sea's impact on climate and weather, its fascinating ecosystems, and the human exploration and exploitation of the oceans. The book is both a scientific study and a poetic tribute to the power and mystery of the sea. The 2607th greatest book of all time

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Rachel Carson

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Rachel Louise Carson (May 27, 1907 – April 14, 1964) was an American marine biologist and conservationist whose book Silent Spring and other writings are credited with advancing the global environmental movement.

Carson began her career as an aquatic biologist in the U.S. Bureau of Fisheries, and became a full-time nature writer in the 1950s. Her widely praised 1951 bestseller The Sea Around Us won her a U.S. National Book Award, recognition as a gifted writer, and financial security. Her next b… Read more