9788121284592 - Gyan Publishing House Weather: A Popular Exposition of the Nature of Weather Changes from Day to Day von Ralph Abercromby (2 Ergebnisse)

Zustand: New. pp: 472.

Paperback. Zustand: New. Language: English. About The Book: "Weather: A Popular Exposition of The Nature of Weather Changes from Day to Day," authored by Ralph Abercromby and initially published in 1888, offers a comprehensive exploration of weather changes and their intricacies. Abercromby, drawing upon his extensive meteorological expertise, elucidates various atmospheric phenomena influencing weather shifts, encompassing air pressure, temperature, humidity, and wind patterns. Organized into distinct chapters, the book delves into specific aspects such as cloud formation, storm and hurricane causes, and climate change's impact on weather patterns. Abercromby employs accessible language to clarify intricate scientific concepts, making the book a valuable resource for anyone keen on understanding weather intricacies. Whether a meteorology student, professional, or a weather enthusiast, this book imparts valuable insights into the forces shaping Earth's climate. About The Author: Ralph Abercromby (18421897), a Scottish meteorologist and military officer, hailed from a distinguished lineage, with notable ancestors, including Sir Ralph Abercromby, a hero of the Battle of Alexandria. After serving in the British Army, Abercromby made significant contributions to meteorology, focusing on cloud nomenclature and collaborating on classification systems with Luke Howard and Hugo Hildebrand Hildebrandsson. His military career saw him attain the rank of lieutenant in the 60th Rifles. Unmarried, Abercromby passed away in Sydney, Australia, leaving behind impactful works on meteorology, such as "Weather: A Popular Exposition of the Nature of Weather Changes From Day To Day" and essays on Australian weather. The Title 'Weather: A Popular Exposition of the Nature of Weather Changes from Day to Day written/authored/edited by Ralph Abercromby', published in the year 2024. The ISBN 9788121284592 is assigned to the Paperback version of this title. This book has total of pp. 472 (Pages). The publisher of this title is Gyan Publishing House. This Book is in English. The subject of this book is Meteorology. Size of the book is 13.34 x 21.59 cms Vol: 472.