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The Thunder-Storm: An Account of the Nature, Properties, Dangers, and Uses of Lightning in Various Parts of the World
Hardcover
ISBN13: 9781020093272
Publisher: Legare Street Pr
Published: Jul 18 2023
Pages: 300
Weight: 1.31
Height: 0.69 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
From the deserts of Africa to the mountains of Asia, lightning strikes are a powerful and awe-inspiring force of nature. In The Thunder-Storm, Charles Tomlinson provides a detailed analysis of the nature, properties, dangers, and uses of lightning around the world. Drawing on his extensive research and firsthand experience, Tomlinson examines the various factors that can contribute to lightning strikes, from humidity and temperature to electrical conductivity and atmospheric pressure. With its vivid descriptions and compelling insights, this book is an essential resource for anyone fascinated by the power of nature.
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