Vasiliy Mihaylovich Peskov
Ecologist and journalist advocating nature
Born
1930
95 years ago
Died
August 12th, 2013
12 years ago — 83 years old
Category
Thinkers & Philosophers
Country
Russia
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An ecologist and journalist contributed to environmental awareness through articles and books, emphasizing the importance of the natural world. Worked for various publications and produced significant written works highlighting ecological issues. Engaged with nature through personal expeditions, documenting experiences in the wilderness. Peskov's efforts aimed to foster a deeper understanding of ecology within Russian society.
Authored 'The Call of the Forest'
Contributed to 'Soviet Russia' publication
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