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Book Synopsis Folklore Guide to the Weather by : David Bowen
Download or read book Folklore Guide to the Weather written by David Bowen and published by Read Books Ltd. This book was released on 2018-02-07 with total page 61 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A little handbook of ancient wisdom, revealing the signs, omens, and portents conveyed by the weather. 'This guide has been designed for the pocket rather than the bookshelf.' Deepen your connection to the natural world with this enchanting exploration of weather folklore. From the forewarnings found in mist to the meteorological bearings of the stars, this compendium details the profound meanings carried in even the smallest aspects of our skies. Drawing upon centuries-old knowledge passed down through the ages, David Bowen's directory offers an invaluable resource for weather interpretation. Whether you're a seasoned practitioner or simply curious, this handbook is the perfect companion.
Book Synopsis Folklore Guide to the Weather by : David Bowen
Download or read book Folklore Guide to the Weather written by David Bowen and published by . This book was released on 1953 with total page 32 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Book Synopsis Weather Folk-Lore and Local Weather Signs by : Edward B. Garriot
Download or read book Weather Folk-Lore and Local Weather Signs written by Edward B. Garriot and published by The Minerva Group, Inc.. This book was released on 2001-09 with total page 180 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Evening red and morning gray, two sure signs of one fine day." science and folk-lore, with the "science" as a predominating matter let us know How to tell the weather from: clouds, dew, mist, haze, fog, wind, stars, rainbows, rain, hail, birds, animals, insects, fish and plants. The wisdom acquired from our ancestors has been perpetuated in the form of trite sayings or proverbs. Many of these sayings are polished gems of weather lore, others have lost their potency by transfer to foreign lands where dissimilar climatic conditions obtain, and a large proportion have been born of fancy and superstition. This book separates from the mass of available data the true sayings that are applicable to the United States, and combines the material thus collected with reports on local weather signs that have been officially and specially prepared by observers of the United States Weather Bureau.
Book Synopsis Backyard weather folklore: 1600 ways to predict the weather by : John Belski
Download or read book Backyard weather folklore: 1600 ways to predict the weather written by John Belski and published by . This book was released on 2006 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "With this book, you will become an expert at do-it-yourself forecasting with the wewather signs. Each saying is graded for accuracy." Author, John Belski This weather folklore reference guide contains more than 1600 weather sayings including 192 ways to tell what kind of winter is coming up. You can also learn about forecasting the weather by watching the animals, plants, bugs and other objects.
Book Synopsis Eric Sloane's Weather Almanac by : Eric Sloane
Download or read book Eric Sloane's Weather Almanac written by Eric Sloane and published by Voyageur Press (MN). This book was released on 2005 with total page 252 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Voyageur Press is proud to publish this new edition of Eric Sloane’s classic folksy history of American weather. Combining two Sloane books, "Eric Sloane’s Almanac and Weather Forecaster" (1955) and "Folklore of American Weather" (1963), this omnibus is filled with traditional weather sayings and beliefs. In "Eric Sloane’s Weather Almanac," readers will learn forecasting tips such as which winds bring what kinds of weather, how to ""read"" clouds, how to foretell the weather by the moon, and more. Also included is fun climate lore such as old-time sayings about when sap is running and why you should dig your well where lightning has struck. One hundred thirty-five of Sloane’s drawings clarify and enhance the text of this entertaining and informative book by one of the most popular recorders of American history. Before Eric Sloane (1905-1985) became famous for paintings and books, he was one of the top weather experts in the United States and wrote several books on the subject for the U.S. Navy.
Book Synopsis Essential Book of Weather Lore by : Leslie Alan Horvitz Staff
Download or read book Essential Book of Weather Lore written by Leslie Alan Horvitz Staff and published by . This book was released on 2007-08 with total page 176 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The author has extracted the science from the hearsay in hundreds of weather-related aphorisms and facts from around the world, from blood rain in ancient Rome to hungry polar bears in a rapidly warming Arctic.
Download or read book Weather Wisdom written by Albert Lee and published by . This book was released on 1976 with total page 196 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Book Synopsis The Natural Navigator by : Tristan Gooley
Download or read book The Natural Navigator written by Tristan Gooley and published by The Experiment. This book was released on 2012-06-05 with total page 320 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From the New York Times-bestselling author of The Secret World of Weather and The Lost Art of Reading Nature’s Signs, learn to tap into nature and notice the hidden clues all around you Before GPS, before the compass, and even before cartography, humankind was navigating. Now this singular guide helps us rediscover what our ancestors long understood—that a windswept tree, the depth of a puddle, or a trill of birdsong can help us find our way, if we know what to look and listen for. Adventurer and navigation expert Tristan Gooley unlocks the directional clues hidden in the sun, moon, stars, clouds, weather patterns, lengthening shadows, changing tides, plant growth, and the habits of wildlife. Rich with navigational anecdotes collected across ages, continents, and cultures, The Natural Navigator will help keep you on course and open your eyes to the wonders, large and small, of the natural world.
Book Synopsis Folklore of American Weather by : Eric Sloane
Download or read book Folklore of American Weather written by Eric Sloane and published by Dutton Adult. This book was released on 1963 with total page 63 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Pen-and-ink drawings by Sloane complement the weather expert's look at the evolution of American weather folklore and alphabetical compilation of sayings commented upon and rated true, false, or possible
Download or read book Wild Weather written by Alison Davies and published by Quadrille Publishing. This book was released on 2021-09-28 with total page 144 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Wild Weather is a guide to understanding wonders of weather. We are obsessed with weather, whether it is compulsively checking our weather apps, watching the weather news or just making small talk about what is happening on the other side of the window. Alison delves deep into history to unveil the extraordinary weather events that have left their mark. Beautifully illustrated this book will examine what is actually happening up there and why, from understanding different cloud formations to the myths and folklore associated to the varying weather patterns - Wild Weather is the perfect gift for weather enthusiast everywhere.
Book Synopsis The Old Farmer's Almanac Guide to Watching the Weather by :
Download or read book The Old Farmer's Almanac Guide to Watching the Weather written by and published by . This book was released on 2001 with total page 31 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Book Synopsis Weather folklore and local weather signs by : Edward Bennett Garriott
Download or read book Weather folklore and local weather signs written by Edward Bennett Garriott and published by . This book was released on 1971 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Book Synopsis Eric Sloane's Weather Book by : Eric Sloane
Download or read book Eric Sloane's Weather Book written by Eric Sloane and published by Courier Corporation. This book was released on 2005-10-28 with total page 98 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Amateur weather forecasters (which includes just about everyone) will find this volume an informative and entertaining account of the why and how of the weather." — The Nation In simple language, Eric Sloane explains the whys and wherefores of weather and weather forecasting — and does it in a style that's universally appealing. With humor and common sense shining through in a book that's also lively and informative, Sloane shows readers how to predict the weather by "reading" such natural phenomena as winds, skies, and animal sounds. This beautifully illustrated and practical treasure trove of climate lore will enlighten outdoorsmen, farmers, sailors, and anyone else who has ever wondered what a large halo around the moon means, why birds "sit it out" before a storm, and whether or not to take an umbrella when leaving the house.
Book Synopsis Weather Folk-lore And Local Weather Signs by : Edward Bennett Garriott
Download or read book Weather Folk-lore And Local Weather Signs written by Edward Bennett Garriott and published by Legare Street Press. This book was released on 2022-10-27 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
Download or read book Wild Weather written by Alison Davies and published by Hardie Grant Publishing. This book was released on 2021-09-30 with total page 152 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Wild Weather is a fun, easy-to-read guide to understanding the wonders of weather - from why it rains to cloud formations, from extreme weather events to the benefits of sunlight. Wild Weather is a beautifully illustrated book that explores the science of weather events and how they happen, but also the myth and folklore associated with weather patterns. Chapters include: sunshine and rainbows, wind, rain, thunder and lightning, snow and ice. The book also includes a cloud spotting guide and is packed with exercises on how to make the most of even the rainiest of days. This perfect gift for weather enthusiast everywhere and those who want to reconnect with the weather and embrace what is happening on the other side of the window.
Book Synopsis Weather Folk-lore and Local Weather Signs ... by : Edward Bennett Garriott
Download or read book Weather Folk-lore and Local Weather Signs ... written by Edward Bennett Garriott and published by . This book was released on 1903 with total page 206 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: On forecasting weather, with weather summaries for U.S. and selected cities, based on reports of Weather Bureau observers.
Book Synopsis The Rough Guide to Weather by : Robert Henson
Download or read book The Rough Guide to Weather written by Robert Henson and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2007-05-21 with total page 444 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Whether you’re an adventurer who enjoys wild weather, a traveller seeking climate details for Madagascar or Mumbai, or simply curious about those charts on the evening news, The Rough Guide to Weather is precisely what you need. From world climates and weather science to tips on how to read the sky and make sense of a forecast. Illustrated throughout with photographs and climate charts and useful links to hundreds of Internet resources for every continent, this guide is will help you stay a head of the storm.
