Meteorological Essays: With an Introduction (1855) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781437152555)

Meteorological Essays: With An Introduction (1855) is a book written by Francois Jean Arago, a French physicist and astronomer. The book is a collection of essays that explore various aspects of meteorology, the study of the Earth's atmosphere and its phenomena. The book is divided into six sections, each focusing on a different topic. The first section is an introduction to meteorology, providing an overview of the field and its history. The second section covers atmospheric phenomena such as clouds, rain, and thunderstorms. The third section discusses the relationship between the atmosphere and climate. The fourth section explores the effects of weather on agriculture and human health. The fifth section covers the measurement and analysis of meteorological data. The final section is a conclusion that summarizes the main points of the book.Arago's writing style is clear and concise, making the book accessible to readers with a basic understanding of science. He provides numerous examples and illustrations to help readers understand complex concepts. The book also includes a glossary of meteorological terms to assist readers in understanding technical language.Overall, Meteorological Essays: With An Introduction (1855) is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the science of meteorology. It provides a comprehensive overview of the field and its importance in understanding weather patterns and climate change.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Francois Arago
ISBN-10: 1437152554
ISBN-13: 9781437152555
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 10/01/2008
Pages: 540
Format: Paperback
Weight: 2.02lbs
Size: 9.25h x 7.50w x 1.09d