“As human beings, we are part of the whole stream of life.”

Rachel Carson was a writer, biologist, and Montgomery County resident who is often regarded as the “Mother of the Modern Environmental Movement.” Her work celebrated the wonders of nature and challenged humankind’s often-shortsighted attempt to control it. Her landmark book, Silent Spring, raised concerns about the dangers of indiscriminate pesticide use and contributed to the passage of the country’s most fundamental environmental laws and the creation of the EPA. At Springsong, we take a wide and deep view of her rich story, philosophy, and impact.