Dangerous Weather Set 2, 4 Volumes

by Michael Allaby

The six-volume Dangerous Weather set describes the world's major storm systems to young readers. These books offer a basic introduction to meteorology, climatology, aspects of other environmental sciences, and approaches to environmental management.Written in student-friendly language, each volume profiles one form of extreme weather. Technical terms are clearly defined to help readers fully understand all concepts.

Coverage -- Scientific explanations for the phenomena-- Biographical information about people who have made relevant discoveries-- Descriptions of the development and acceptance of new ideas-- Accounts of actual dangerous weather situations-- Appropriate advice about safety precautions.

176 pages, Hardcover

About the author

John Michael Allaby was a British author and actor. He was the Aventis Junior prize-winner.