October 2, 1997

Rachel Carson: Witness for Nature

Linda Lear talked about her book “Rachel Carson: Witness for Nature.” The book profiles the life of Carson, a scientist, and environmentalist,… read more

Linda Lear talked about her book “Rachel Carson: Witness for Nature.” The book profiles the life of Carson, a scientist, and environmentalist, beginning with her childhood through the publication of Carson’s book "Silent Spring". Following her prepared remarks, Ms. Lear answered questions from the audience. close

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Linda J. Lear Author
Mark Tomlinson Executive Director Rachel Carson Homestead Association

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Program ID:: 92543-1
Category:: Public Affairs Event
Format:: Speech
Location:: Springdale, Pennsylvania, United States
First Aired:: Mar 01, 1998 | 9:00pm EST | C-SPAN 2
Last Aired:: Mar 02, 1998 | 8:18am EST | C-SPAN 2

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Mar 01, 1998 | 9:00pm EST | C-SPAN 2
Mar 02, 1998 | 12:00am EST | C-SPAN 2
Mar 02, 1998 | 8:18am EST | C-SPAN 2

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