Rachel Carson
Rachel Carson was a pioneering marine biologist and conservationist whose book 'Silent Spring' is credited with advancing the global environmental movement. Published in 1962, the book highlighted the dangers of pesticide use and sparked widespread public concern for the environment, ultimately leading to changes in policies regarding chemical use and conservation.
Born on May 27, 1907 (118 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spain | 1 | 9.00 | 0.08% | +0% | 46,754,778 | 36,413 | $1,400,000 | 1,090$ |
| Totals | 1 | 46,754,778 | 36,413 | $1,400,000 | 1,090$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
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Spain:
Rachel Carson founded the modern environmental movement with her book 'Silent Spring'.
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United Kingdom:
Singh-Watson's father was influenced by Rachel Carson's 'Silent Spring' in questioning intensive farming practices.
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United Kingdom:
One of the pioneers of the modern environmental movement, Rachel Carson, once said, 'The more clearly we can focus our attention on the wonders and realities of the universe about us, the less taste we shall have for destruction.'
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Liechtenstein:
Rachel Carson's book 'Silent Spring' raised awareness about environmental issues and the dangers of pesticides.
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Brazil:
Rachel Carson's book 'Silent Spring' highlighted the contamination of the biosphere by DDT and shaped ecological consciousness in America.
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France:
Rachel Carson is known for her influential book 'Silent Spring' which raised awareness about environmental issues.
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Venezuela:
Rachel Carson suggested that the sea is not only our physical origin but also our emotional one.
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North Macedonia:
Rachel Carson is credited with the birth of bioethics as a concern for nature and the environment.
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Ireland:
The author discusses how reading Rachel Carson’s book Silent Spring influenced her decision to stop using synthetic garden chemicals.
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Switzerland:
Rachel Carson's essay 'Silent Spring' led to the banning of the pesticide DDT and boosted the global environmental movement.
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