The cloud book : how to understand the skies /

Identifies every cloud type and related phenomena, as well as its implications for the weather. Features a detailed introduction on the history of cloud classification--how it came about, the challenge involved with naming transitional forms in nature and how it was overcome. Stunning images from th...

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Main Author: Hamblyn, Richard, 1965-
Corporate Author: Great Britain. Meteorological Office
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: Cincinnati, OH : David & Charles in association with the Met Office, 2008.
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Summary:Identifies every cloud type and related phenomena, as well as its implications for the weather. Features a detailed introduction on the history of cloud classification--how it came about, the challenge involved with naming transitional forms in nature and how it was overcome. Stunning images from the Met Office's archive enliven the text.
Item Description:Includes index.
Physical Description:157 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 17 x 25 cm.
ISBN:9780715328088 (pbk.)
0715328085 (pbk.)