Author Description

Lavishly illustrated guide to the processes governing our weather and climate. Discusses various phenomena such as cyclones, thunderstorms and tornadoes, and issues such as the greenhouse effect ozone depletion, floods, droughts and climate change, and addresses subjects such as sky colour, the effect of the moon on weather, and high and low pressures. Has a strong Australian focus, and is aimed at students and amateur meteorologist, as well as non-specialists with an interest in the weather. Includes an index.