First published more than three decades ago, this reissue of Rachel Carson's award-winning classic brings her unique vision to a new generation of readers. Stunning new photographs by Nick Kelsh beautifully complement Carson's intimate account of adventures with her young nephew, Roger, as they enjoy walks along the rocky coast of Maine and through dense forests and open fields, observing wildlife, strange plants, moonlight and storm clouds, and listening to the "living music" of insects in the underbrush.
"If a child is to keep alive his inborn sense of wonder." Writes Carson, "he needs...
First published more than three decades ago, this reissue of Rachel Carson's award-winning classic brings her unique vision to a new generation of rea...