Writer and scientist Rachel Carson was born on May 27, 1907 in Springdale, Pennsylvania. Learn more about her life and work in our documentary RACHEL CARSON, returning to PBS May 28 at 8/7c → https://to.pbs.org/2WlGnb4 | American Experience | PBS

In 1962 Rachel Carson’s "Silent Spring" unleashed an extraordinary national debate about science and safety. RACHEL CARSON is an inspiring portrait of the woman whose writings changed the course of our nation and are still highly relevant today. Premieres Tuesday, Jan. 24 at 8/7c on PBS. | American Experience | PBS

3.9K views · 116 reactions | For writer and scientist Rachel Carson, education came from books and birds. Writing and observing nature made a lifetime of learning. Carson, the author of "Silent Spring" died on April 14, 1964 in Silver Spring, Maryland. | American Experience | PBS | Facebook