ALWAYS, RACHEL: The Letters of Rachel Carson and Dorothy Freeman, 1952-1964, the Story of a Remarkable Friendship
For this collection of letters – my advice is to just start reading. We will discuss the content thematically, rather than chronologically.
Week One, June 1-7:The first post this month will provide a bit of historical context to the turbulent era during which Rachel Carson and Dorothy Freeman wrote.
Week Two, June 8-14:We will discuss the general dynamics of Carson and Freeman’s lives and relationships.
Week Three, June 15-21: We will explore some of the recurring threads in their correspondence, such as the nature of Life and their questions about religion and spirituality.
Week Four, June 22-30:Last, we’ll discuss what this collection of letters can tell us about Silent Spring.
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