Washoe County Library System

When Charles Darwin's life's work is in danger of being scooped by Alfred Wallace, one of his children is stricken by scarlet fever and one with diphtheria. His wife, Emma, is his rock, helping him through the turmoil. This story brings to life the compelling human story behind the publication of one of history's most influential theories.

Provides a portrait of Rachel Carson, often called the mother of the modern environmental movement and whose book Silent Spring warned the American public of the impact of pesticide on the environment and unleashed a national debate about science and safety. Often called the mother of the modern environmental movement, Rachel Carson rocked the world in 1962 with her book Silent Spring, which warned the American public of the impact of pesticides...