Silent Spring
Silent Spring
Silent Spring (pronounced: /ˈsaɪlənt ˈsprɪŋ/) is a book written by Rachel Carson and published in 1962. The title is derived from the absence of birdsong, a metaphorical "silent spring" caused by the detrimental effects of pesticides on bird populations.
Etymology
The term "Silent Spring" is a metaphor used by Carson to describe the potential future of a world without birdsong, due to the harmful effects of pesticides. The phrase is a poignant reminder of the interconnectedness of all life and the potential consequences of human actions on the natural world.
Related Terms
- Pesticides: Substances used to prevent, destroy, or control pests. Pesticides can have harmful effects on non-target species and the environment.
- DDT: A synthetic pesticide that was widely used in the mid-20th century. DDT is persistent in the environment and can have harmful effects on wildlife.
- Bioaccumulation: The accumulation of substances, such as pesticides, in an organism. Bioaccumulation can lead to toxic effects in the organism and throughout the food chain.
- Rachel Carson: An American marine biologist and conservationist whose book Silent Spring led to a nationwide ban on DDT and other pesticides, and inspired a grassroots environmental movement that led to the creation of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Silent Spring
- Wikipedia's article - Silent Spring
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