Lost Woods is a posthumous collection of Carson's shorter writings, gathered from essays, speeches, letters and unfinished pieces. It shows her at different stages, from early reflections on the sea and the shore to later thoughts on conservation and our place in nature.
The pieces range from scientific observation to personal reflection, and several are about the land, forests and wildlife she loved. For readers who know her major books, it offers a closer view of her voice and concerns. For newcomers, it is a varied and approachable introduction.