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Eric Sloane's Weather Almanac: A Classic Illustrated Guide To Weather Folklore And Forecasting
Eric Sloane's Weather Almanac A Classic Illustrated Guide To Weather Folklore And Forecasting Author:Eric Sloane Voyageur Press is proud to publish this new edition of Eric Sloanes classic folksy history of American weather. Combining two Sloane books, "Eric Sloanes Almanac and Weather Forecaster" (1955) and "Folklore of American Weather" (1963), this omnibus is filled with traditional weather sayings and beliefs. In "Eric Sloanes Weathe... more »r Almanac," you 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 Sloanes drawings clarify and enhance the text of this entertaining and informative book by one of the most popular recorders of American history.« less