9780282625993 - Barometer and Weather Guide: Board of Trade, 1859 (Classic Reprint) di Fitzroy, Robert (3 risultati)

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book provides extensive instructions on the use of barometers and other weather-predicting instruments. It is based on the author's own observations, studies, and experience, drawing from research by prominent philosophers and scientists. The book is not a monotonous summary of general conclusions, but instead offers detailed guidance on understanding barometer readings. It delves into the nuances of the instrument's response to changing weather conditions, humidity, wind direction and force, and temperature. Also included are the author's suggestions for applying this knowledge to weather forecasting. Not limited to barometers alone, the book also provides information on sympiesometers, aneroids, and thermometers and discusses their unique benefits and how to use them effectively. It emphasizes the significance of understanding the differences between various wind currents and the role they play in weather patterns. This book is an invaluable resource for mariners, fishers, farmers, and anyone interested in understanding and predicting upcoming weather conditions, giving readers the knowledge to make informed decisions, potentially preventing accidents, loss of life, and property damage. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.