The Weather Book
Why It Happens and Where It Comes From
Published on 18. January 2024
Book
Paperback/Softback
192 pages
978-1-78929-590-0 (ISBN)
Description
From exhilarating electrical storms to everyday drizzle, this book is the perfect entertaining guide to our favourite topic of small talk: the weather.
Our moods are affected by it; our plans are ruined by it; our conversations undoubtedly cover it - the weather is integral to our everyday lives. But while we groan at clouds obscuring the sun, rejoice when the rain stops, and gasp at loud cracks of thunder, for many of us the systems behind these weather patterns are a complete mystery.
The Weather Book breaks down all manner of meteorological phenomena with handy diagrams and explanations in simple layman's terms. From electrical storms and cyclones to the everyday drizzle, and including fascinating anecdotes of weather at its most extreme, this is a practical and engaging guide to understanding all things meteorological.
If you've ever wondered which old wives tales you can actually trust (does lightning really only strike once?) or wondered if there is any truth to the phrase 'raining cats and dogs' (in reality it's more likely to be raining frogs), this book will answer all your weather related queries and teach you more about this endlessly fascinating topic.
Our moods are affected by it; our plans are ruined by it; our conversations undoubtedly cover it - the weather is integral to our everyday lives. But while we groan at clouds obscuring the sun, rejoice when the rain stops, and gasp at loud cracks of thunder, for many of us the systems behind these weather patterns are a complete mystery.
The Weather Book breaks down all manner of meteorological phenomena with handy diagrams and explanations in simple layman's terms. From electrical storms and cyclones to the everyday drizzle, and including fascinating anecdotes of weather at its most extreme, this is a practical and engaging guide to understanding all things meteorological.
If you've ever wondered which old wives tales you can actually trust (does lightning really only strike once?) or wondered if there is any truth to the phrase 'raining cats and dogs' (in reality it's more likely to be raining frogs), this book will answer all your weather related queries and teach you more about this endlessly fascinating topic.
Reviews / Votes
A delightful miscellany... This great book will extend your knowledge on one of Britain's most talked about subjects * The Times * This lively book is packed with weather facts... Become your pub quiz expert on things meteorological * BBC Country File Magazine * A reminder of what nature is about, how it works, how plants and animals exist - without being too scientific * The Countryman *More details
Language
English
Place of publication
London
United Kingdom
Product notice
Paperback (trade)
Illustrations
b/w illustrations throughout
Dimensions
Height: 192 mm
Width: 129 mm
Thickness: 20 mm
Weight
173 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-78929-590-0 (9781789295900)
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Person
Diana Craig is a writer, editor and artist with over 25 years' experience in illustrated non-fiction and a degree in Fine Art. She has a keen interest in Folklore, gardening, natural history, cookery and art. Her books include The Gardeners' Book and The Weather Book, both published by Michael O'Mara Books.