"The Hurricane Guide" by William Radcliff Birt is a scientific exploration from the 1800s that seeks to link the spinning forces of massive storms to the behavior of atmospheric waves in order to to teach sailors how to stay safe. Organized for learning about atmospheric conditions and storms, the book begins by stating the goal of tying atmospheric waves to rotating storms. Crucial insights are offered to sailors by emphasizing the importance of meteorological events, and providing helpful advice based on weather data. The early chapters emphasize basic concepts, highlighting how shifts in wind and air pressure can warn of coming storms. The writers target is to give sailors the comprehension to travel safely in rough weather by closely watching these signs.
The Hurricane Guide Being an Attempt to Connect the Rotary Gale or Revolving Storm with Atmospheric Waves.
By William Radcliff Birt
Unlock a world of atmospheric secrets and learn how wind and pressure changes can save lives at sea, with the guide that unveils the hidden connections between waves and lethal storms.
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About the AuthorWilliam Radcliffe Birt FRAS was an English amateur astronomer in the 19th century. Birt was employed by John Herschel to carry out a great deal of meteorogical research on atmospheric waves, from 1839 to 1843. A lot of his work is held in the Scientist's Collection at the American Philosophical Society.
William Radcliffe Birt FRAS was an English amateur astronomer in the 19th century. Birt was employed by John Herschel to carry out a great deal of meteorogical research on atmospheric waves, from 1839 to 1843. A lot of his work is held in the Scientist's Collection at the American Philosophical Society.
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