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American Weather: A Popular Exposition of the Phenomena of the Weather, Including Chapters On Hot and Cold Waves, Blizzards, Hailstorms
Hardcover
ISBN13: 9781020364211
Publisher: Legare Street Pr
Published: Jul 18 2023
Pages: 396
Weight: 1.61
Height: 0.88 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
A comprehensive guide to American weather patterns written by one of the country's leading meteorologists of the late 19th century. Greely explains the science behind various phenomena and provides vivid descriptions of some of the most extreme weather events in US history, from the Great Blizzard of 1888 to deadly tornado outbreaks. A fascinating read for anyone interested in both the science and the dramatic power of weather.
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