1970: On April 22, the first Earth Day is observed, marking a strong interest in environmental issues across the United States.
Today: Although a small group of environmental advocates tries to create a sensation, the thirtieth anniversary of Earth Day receives scant attention in the nation's newspapers.
1974: Dillard considers submitting her manuscript of Pilgrim at Tinker Creek under the name "A. Dillard," because she does not believe that a book with theological themes written by a woman will sell many copies.
Today: Although publications by.....
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