Rachel Carson
American biologist and writer
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About Rachel Carson
Rachel Carson was a celebrated American author and marine biologist who published a number of books about nature and played an instrumental role in promoting the environmental movement. Some of her best-known books are titled:
- “The Sea Around Us” (1951)
- “Silent Spring” (1962)
- “Under the Sea Wind” (1941)
Parents
- Maria Frazier McLean (mother)
- Robert Warden Carson (father)
Education
She read biology at Chatham University and also attended the Johns Hopkins University.
Awards
In 1951, she won a National Book Award.
Her name was included in the famous National Women's Hall of Fame in 1973.
Trivia
She was influenced by some top authors including Gene Stratton-Porter, Beatrix Potter, and Joseph Conrad.
She played a crucial role in the ban of DDT and a number of pesticides in America.
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F.A.Q. about Rachel Carson
When is her birthday?
Rachel Carson's birthday is on May 27, 1907.
In how many days is her birthday?
Rachel's birthday is in 357 days
How old was Rachel when she died?
She was 56 years old.
When did she die?
She died in April 14, 1964.
How old would she be today?
Rachel Carson would be 116 years old if she was alive today.
Where was Rachel from?
She was born in Springdale, Pennsylvania, U.S..