"The 'control of nature' is a phrase conceived in arrogance, born of the Neanderthal age of biology and the convenience of man."

"The sea, once it casts its spell, holds one in its net of wonder forever."

"The chemical industry's response to my book is exactly what I expected: a campaign of misinformation and personal attacks."

"It is a wholesome and necessary thing for us to turn again to the earth and in the contemplation of her beauties to know the sense of wonder and humility."

"I am not a scientist in a white coat. I am a writer who happens to write about science."