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Weather: Hurricanes, Tornadoes, Ice, Lightning and Other Dramatic Weather Events in Photographs
With 150 striking images and fascinating captions explaining each phenomenon, The Weather celebrates the Earth's weather in all its glory.
Did you know that, on average, a drop of water spends an average of eight days in the atmosphere before falling back down to Earth in the form of rain, sleet, hail, or snow? Or that rain isn't just water? It can have all sorts of things in it, such as dirt, dust, insects, grass—even chemicals. As for snowflakes, you don't just need an ice crystal to make one, but a speck of dust too, around which the ice crystal forms. And it can take 45 minutes for a snowflake, growing all the time, to fall to Earth. The Weather offers a photographic view of some of the most spectacular aspects of the weather, from close-up shots of raindrops and snowflakes to beds of fog, from lighthouses turned into ice palaces to frozen forests to lightning bolts striking over water. Ranging from rainbows to, yes, they do exist, moonbows, from typhoons as seen from space to skyscrapers emerging out of the fog, from Nordic winters to Antarctica's desert, from twisters in Colorado to ice storms in New England, and from misty Ireland to dust storms in Namibia, the book includes examples from all around the world.
Did you know that, on average, a drop of water spends an average of eight days in the atmosphere before falling back down to Earth in the form of rain, sleet, hail, or snow? Or that rain isn't just water? It can have all sorts of things in it, such as dirt, dust, insects, grass—even chemicals. As for snowflakes, you don't just need an ice crystal to make one, but a speck of dust too, around which the ice crystal forms. And it can take 45 minutes for a snowflake, growing all the time, to fall to Earth. The Weather offers a photographic view of some of the most spectacular aspects of the weather, from close-up shots of raindrops and snowflakes to beds of fog, from lighthouses turned into ice palaces to frozen forests to lightning bolts striking over water. Ranging from rainbows to, yes, they do exist, moonbows, from typhoons as seen from space to skyscrapers emerging out of the fog, from Nordic winters to Antarctica's desert, from twisters in Colorado to ice storms in New England, and from misty Ireland to dust storms in Namibia, the book includes examples from all around the world.
224 pages, Hardcover
Published April 14, 2021
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April 13, 2021
This is a frequently stunning, interesting and educational coffee table sort of book that offers stunning photos of all kinds of weather phenomena with some accompanying text to explain how it happens and give more context. Some are disaster photos while others are stunning landscape shots. I expected more about how climate chaos is changing our weather and it does touch on this at times but not as much as I expected. The focus is more on the photos and less on the instruction, but it's still a book that will be informative for kids and adults alike.
I read a temporary digital ARC of this book for review.
I read a temporary digital ARC of this book for review.
July 17, 2021
I received an advance reader copy of this book to read in exchange for an honest review via netgalley and the publishers.
Weather is a stunning photography book about extreme and dramatic weather around the world. This book has superb photography of weather inside, from rain, storm and fog to snow, lightening and moonbows (which was my absolutely favourite bit).
The photography, information and layout are beautiful and this book would be a great resource for children and adults alike. I've learned so many new things from this book and it would definitely fascinate children.
Weather is a stunning photography book about extreme and dramatic weather around the world. This book has superb photography of weather inside, from rain, storm and fog to snow, lightening and moonbows (which was my absolutely favourite bit).
The photography, information and layout are beautiful and this book would be a great resource for children and adults alike. I've learned so many new things from this book and it would definitely fascinate children.
April 10, 2021
This might sound like a copy and paste review from the one I just posted about the volcano book published by the same company as this one, but that's not because I'm lazy, it's just because I am finding it very difficult to say the same thing (the book is AMAZING, the pictures are GORGEOUS and I learned SO MUCH) in a different way.
So I'm just going to repeat myself, slightly.
I am now hooked on Amber Books Ltd and what they produce. The content is always gorgeously presented, the information is always delivered in an easy to digest way, much of it the casual reader won't already be aware of and it's always an utter delight to read.
The one part in this book abut weather that didn't resonate with me, was the part about mist, fog and clouds. That's just because this reader was bored, NOT because it was any less than the rest of the book. For some reason, clouds don't do it for me. But the parts about lightning, rain, storms, MOONBOWS (SO AWESOME), snow, etc., rang all of my bells and the pictures were STUNNING, so my eyes were feasting on some major natural beauty while my brain was learning about it.
I requested this because the cover was pretty and I didn't know much about weather and wanted to learn. I got much more than I expected and I have to say, this book and their book about volcanos have set the bar pretty high for Amber Books Ltd for me. I think they'll clear it without any problems though. The work and absolute LOVE that was put into this and the volcano book is obvious. They will be a go-to recommend for me to any customer who is the slightest bit interested in learning about the weather and I think it is appropriate for middle grade and precocious younger readers.
I don't dis-recommend the eBook version, but I have a feeling the physical copy of this book would blow anyone who sees it out of their socks. Great coffee table book, but one of those coffee table books that you read, and more than once.
5, rainbow and moonbow, stars!
My thanks to NetGalley and Amber Books Ltd for an eARC copy of this book to read and review.
So I'm just going to repeat myself, slightly.
I am now hooked on Amber Books Ltd and what they produce. The content is always gorgeously presented, the information is always delivered in an easy to digest way, much of it the casual reader won't already be aware of and it's always an utter delight to read.
The one part in this book abut weather that didn't resonate with me, was the part about mist, fog and clouds. That's just because this reader was bored, NOT because it was any less than the rest of the book. For some reason, clouds don't do it for me. But the parts about lightning, rain, storms, MOONBOWS (SO AWESOME), snow, etc., rang all of my bells and the pictures were STUNNING, so my eyes were feasting on some major natural beauty while my brain was learning about it.
I requested this because the cover was pretty and I didn't know much about weather and wanted to learn. I got much more than I expected and I have to say, this book and their book about volcanos have set the bar pretty high for Amber Books Ltd for me. I think they'll clear it without any problems though. The work and absolute LOVE that was put into this and the volcano book is obvious. They will be a go-to recommend for me to any customer who is the slightest bit interested in learning about the weather and I think it is appropriate for middle grade and precocious younger readers.
I don't dis-recommend the eBook version, but I have a feeling the physical copy of this book would blow anyone who sees it out of their socks. Great coffee table book, but one of those coffee table books that you read, and more than once.
5, rainbow and moonbow, stars!
My thanks to NetGalley and Amber Books Ltd for an eARC copy of this book to read and review.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
March 2, 2021
Wow! Startlingly beautiful photography! The frog photograph could not be more apt and perfect. Extreme storms are common where I live in Canada, especially blizzards and temperatures ranging from -40C to 38C. My home in Europe experiences far different weather...comparing is a favourite pastime. My dad was a weatherman, recording rainfall and temperatures and phoning them in each day. Weather interests everyone to varying extents and this book captures it superbly! The photos made me feel as though I were right there.
The author describes everything from the necessity of rain (comparing it to drizzle) and lightning (including leader and return strokes and different "journeys"), moonbows in Scotland, formation of fog and mist in Thailand and Germany, cloud formations (night-shining, lenticular and mammatus are particularly striking), icebergs, hail five feet deep in Mexico, drought in Kenya, typhoons in China, hurricanes in America and waterspouts in Croatia and loads more. Along with the photos are descriptions and statistics.
This book would be a shame to miss out on for anyone with an iota of curiosity but especially for rabid Nonfiction/weather nuts. You are sure to learn from it.
My sincere thank you to Amber Books Ltd. and NetGalley for the privilege of reading this informative ARC about weather phenomena all over the globe!
The author describes everything from the necessity of rain (comparing it to drizzle) and lightning (including leader and return strokes and different "journeys"), moonbows in Scotland, formation of fog and mist in Thailand and Germany, cloud formations (night-shining, lenticular and mammatus are particularly striking), icebergs, hail five feet deep in Mexico, drought in Kenya, typhoons in China, hurricanes in America and waterspouts in Croatia and loads more. Along with the photos are descriptions and statistics.
This book would be a shame to miss out on for anyone with an iota of curiosity but especially for rabid Nonfiction/weather nuts. You are sure to learn from it.
My sincere thank you to Amber Books Ltd. and NetGalley for the privilege of reading this informative ARC about weather phenomena all over the globe!
February 28, 2021
Fitting perfectly into that niche that nobody expected exists between coffee table artbook and geography manual, this very visual guide fits into the publisher's usual highly photographic ethos, but in being full-sized, and almost a foot tall, manages to convey a lot more. The science of the world's weather can come across in much longer captions than normal, so our understanding of weather and climate and all the attendant marvels, misery and suchlike they can cause is heightened. The care of production is in the image as usual from this house – we don't get a generic photo of a lightning strike, of course we don't, having instead a hugely atmospheric double-page spread of lightning over Halong Bay, Vietnam. We can look at one plant in amongst hailstones and be told which country it was taken in. But the detail is also in the text, and therefore if anyone needs to know what a piedmont glacier, or advection fog, is, and wished they could learn it via the medium of a coffee-table book, then they now can. For the rest of us, the welter of pretty pictures is still a treat, and easily a four star one. That said, the data about the climate crisis are most depressing.
January 6, 2024
As a weather lover, "Weather" by Robert J. Ford instantly caught my eye. Let me tell you, this book not only lived up to my expectations but left me utterly awestruck.
The descriptions in this book are nothing short of poetic, providing fascinating insights into the intricacies of weather phenomena. From the average lifespan of a raindrop to the delicate process of snowflake formation, Ford weaves a captivating narrative that deepens my appreciation for the incredible force and unpredictability of Mother Nature.
The real showstopper, though, is the incredible photography. Each image is a masterpiece, capturing the raw power and breathtaking beauty of various weather events. From lighthouses transformed into ice palaces to lightning bolts striking over water, the visual journey is nothing short of mesmerizing.
Now, let's talk minor flaws – and when I say minor, I mean minuscule. There were moments when I craved even more detail in the captions, but this is purely a personal preference. The overall balance between visuals and information is well-maintained.
In a nutshell, "Weather" is a must-have for anyone fascinated by the Earth's atmospheric drama. From rainbows to moonbows, typhoons to misty landscapes, this book covers it all. My fellow weather enthusiasts, rejoice!
Robert J. Ford, you've created a masterpiece, and I can't thank you enough for this incredible journey into the heart of weather wonders.
The descriptions in this book are nothing short of poetic, providing fascinating insights into the intricacies of weather phenomena. From the average lifespan of a raindrop to the delicate process of snowflake formation, Ford weaves a captivating narrative that deepens my appreciation for the incredible force and unpredictability of Mother Nature.
The real showstopper, though, is the incredible photography. Each image is a masterpiece, capturing the raw power and breathtaking beauty of various weather events. From lighthouses transformed into ice palaces to lightning bolts striking over water, the visual journey is nothing short of mesmerizing.
Now, let's talk minor flaws – and when I say minor, I mean minuscule. There were moments when I craved even more detail in the captions, but this is purely a personal preference. The overall balance between visuals and information is well-maintained.
In a nutshell, "Weather" is a must-have for anyone fascinated by the Earth's atmospheric drama. From rainbows to moonbows, typhoons to misty landscapes, this book covers it all. My fellow weather enthusiasts, rejoice!
Robert J. Ford, you've created a masterpiece, and I can't thank you enough for this incredible journey into the heart of weather wonders.
March 27, 2021
Nature’s Weather Drama
While not every picture in this book is as dramatic as the cover, a surprising many are. This coffee table weather book is broadly divided into sections: rain and lightning; fog, mist, and clouds; snow and ice; heat; and wind including hurricanes, typhoons, and tornadoes. Pictures come from all over the world, showing us both weather in nature and in cities and other human-made backdrops. Many photos are intense, showing dramatic weather; others are more subtle. Some are a little blurry or grainy, but that is most likely caused by the photographer wanting to get a quick snap of something impressive. Some photos are meant to be a generic example of a weather phenomenon, while others specifically show weather events that we all remember, like Hurricane Katrina. The author has introductory material leading off each section that helps explain the weather to follow. The pictures all have captions that further detail what is happening in the photos. This is definitely an instructional book as well as one to simply be savored for the photographs. It would be great to share with children who are fascinated by science or weather. Highly recommended.
I received a free copy of this book, but that did not affect my review.
While not every picture in this book is as dramatic as the cover, a surprising many are. This coffee table weather book is broadly divided into sections: rain and lightning; fog, mist, and clouds; snow and ice; heat; and wind including hurricanes, typhoons, and tornadoes. Pictures come from all over the world, showing us both weather in nature and in cities and other human-made backdrops. Many photos are intense, showing dramatic weather; others are more subtle. Some are a little blurry or grainy, but that is most likely caused by the photographer wanting to get a quick snap of something impressive. Some photos are meant to be a generic example of a weather phenomenon, while others specifically show weather events that we all remember, like Hurricane Katrina. The author has introductory material leading off each section that helps explain the weather to follow. The pictures all have captions that further detail what is happening in the photos. This is definitely an instructional book as well as one to simply be savored for the photographs. It would be great to share with children who are fascinated by science or weather. Highly recommended.
I received a free copy of this book, but that did not affect my review.
March 12, 2021
I have a degree in Geography. I literally had separate college classes on climate and natural disasters. I love looking at photographs of nature in action. I've even experienced some extreme weather (flash floods, dust storms, being in the hottest place on earth on a particular day). So to me this book was very very cool. I loved that in addition to the descriptions providing the location they also provide an explanation of the scientific processes behind the phenomena. The book itself is divided into types of weather. The accompanying photographs show prime examples of the weather event from various places in the world. I appreciate how up-to-date the book is including events from 2020 like the fires in Australia. My only complaint is that because I was viewing the book as an ebook, the two page pictures (of which there were many) were always cut in half so I did not get the full effect. This will not be an issue in the print book and will have to track a copy down once it's published to reexamine some of the more dramatic pictures. All in all this book will make a great coffee table book.
Thank you to NetGalley and Amber Books for the ARC in exchange for an honest review.
Thank you to NetGalley and Amber Books for the ARC in exchange for an honest review.
March 25, 2021
Weather has always fascinated me since my early studies of Geography at high school. In the UK we don't experience too many extreme weather conditions so I expected images and information from many far of places. I was really surprised to see some images from the UK, not least one of my home town of Saltcoats in Ayrshire. We have experienced floods due to rising tides through the years and gales, and there was a photo on page 42! Other UK images include the haunting snow sculptures on Yorkshire Moors on p119, frozen loch on our beautiful Isle of Arran on page 118 as well as images from Aberystwyth in Wales and others from the UK.
The pictures captured of supercell storms, typhoons, floods, hurricanes and sandstorms from around the world are mesmerising. The information included is detailed and provides background and depth. Many of the images are iconic including St Joseph's Lighthouse covered in layers of ice, snow rollers and the Supercell cyclones over Queensland.
This is a book that is worth investing in, perfect coffee table book.
Thank you Netgalley for an advance copy of the eBook in return for an honest review.
The pictures captured of supercell storms, typhoons, floods, hurricanes and sandstorms from around the world are mesmerising. The information included is detailed and provides background and depth. Many of the images are iconic including St Joseph's Lighthouse covered in layers of ice, snow rollers and the Supercell cyclones over Queensland.
This is a book that is worth investing in, perfect coffee table book.
Thank you Netgalley for an advance copy of the eBook in return for an honest review.
May 24, 2021
Stunning photography. Amazing photos of weather. What more could you ask for?
I loved everything about this book. The photographs are dramatic and show some intense weather events. If you love weather and nature, I highly recommend this book. It’s just chock full of simply amazing photographs that show nature at its finest.
Weather has long been a subject of fascination for me. I love poring over weather reports and watching videos of storms. So, this book was perfect for me. The subject matter is engaging, and the photos bring the reader right there to the scene to witness some of nature’s most raw power displays up close.
Some of the subjects covered are: thunderstorms, fog, frost, snow, lightning, cyclones, tornadoes and more. Each chapter begins with an introductory text that describes the weather events featured. Then, you dive right into the photos. The collection is extensive and covers weather events from around the world, some of which made news headlines.
This would make an excellent coffee table book, but read it too. And take your time looking at the pictures. Study their beauty. It doesn’t get much better than this.
I loved everything about this book. The photographs are dramatic and show some intense weather events. If you love weather and nature, I highly recommend this book. It’s just chock full of simply amazing photographs that show nature at its finest.
Weather has long been a subject of fascination for me. I love poring over weather reports and watching videos of storms. So, this book was perfect for me. The subject matter is engaging, and the photos bring the reader right there to the scene to witness some of nature’s most raw power displays up close.
Some of the subjects covered are: thunderstorms, fog, frost, snow, lightning, cyclones, tornadoes and more. Each chapter begins with an introductory text that describes the weather events featured. Then, you dive right into the photos. The collection is extensive and covers weather events from around the world, some of which made news headlines.
This would make an excellent coffee table book, but read it too. And take your time looking at the pictures. Study their beauty. It doesn’t get much better than this.
May 7, 2021
Weather effects us all day to day, so this was a fun book to look at and see what it looks like in all it's glory through the medium of colour photography.
The book is divided into 5 sections after the short Introduction:
- Rain & Lightning
- Fog, Mists & Clouds
- Snow & Ice
- Heat
- Wind: Hurricanes, Typhoons & Tornadoes
Each photograph includes a description along with it's location. Sometimes they show the weather in action at other times it shows the devastation the weather causes, such as the floods in York, England in 2015 or hail in Mexico that practically covered up cars. When it comes to the Clouds section, each photographs description tell you the type it is too. It also explains how 'Snow Rollers' are created
The Heat chapter mainly looks at the devastation it has on the land, be it fires or droughts. Similarly with the Wind chapter; there are many pictures of the destruction it has caused.
There are over 150 photographs included within this book and again would make a great coffee table book.
I received this book from Netgalley in return for a honest review.
The book is divided into 5 sections after the short Introduction:
- Rain & Lightning
- Fog, Mists & Clouds
- Snow & Ice
- Heat
- Wind: Hurricanes, Typhoons & Tornadoes
Each photograph includes a description along with it's location. Sometimes they show the weather in action at other times it shows the devastation the weather causes, such as the floods in York, England in 2015 or hail in Mexico that practically covered up cars. When it comes to the Clouds section, each photographs description tell you the type it is too. It also explains how 'Snow Rollers' are created
The Heat chapter mainly looks at the devastation it has on the land, be it fires or droughts. Similarly with the Wind chapter; there are many pictures of the destruction it has caused.
There are over 150 photographs included within this book and again would make a great coffee table book.
I received this book from Netgalley in return for a honest review.
March 27, 2021
A topic of endless conversation, the weather is a timeless classic. It is ever changing yet remains a constant in our everyday experiences. Powerful, calming, inspiring fear, wreaking havoc and setting the stage for almost every memory known to man, it is impossible to harness or capture. And yet, the fascination remains and is depicted in this beautiful tribute through awe inspiring photography. Broken into sections such as rain & lightening, fog, mist & clouds, snow & ice, heat, and various types of wind events means there is something here for everyone. Immerse yourself in this visual guide of weather and learn from the brief descriptions. I received a complimentary copy from the publisher through NetGalley and all opinions expressed are my own, freely given.
July 9, 2022
Weather was mesmerizing it has absolutely stunning pictures documenting extreme and dramatic weather events around the world. I honestly cannot rave enough about the photography of them weather shown in this book ranging, from rain, storms. It has spectacular lightening, easily beautiful fog and even moonbows (honestly didn’t know that was a thing but if it’s not actually called that I don’t care is fabulous).
The information and layout is exceptional and this book would be a great resource for children and adults alike. I've learned so many new things from this book and it would definitely fascinate children and open curiosity to learn more about nature. I highly suggest it!
The information and layout is exceptional and this book would be a great resource for children and adults alike. I've learned so many new things from this book and it would definitely fascinate children and open curiosity to learn more about nature. I highly suggest it!
March 3, 2021
Thank you NetGalley, Robert J.Ford and Amber Books Ltd for the ARC Weather. This is my personal review.
This book just took my breath away! The photography was totally amazing. Seeing these photos gave new meaning to the different types of weather happening all over the world. The information given was eye opening and gave me insight into weather I will never experience in parts of the world.
This is a book that anyone would love to browse thru just to see the phenomenon we all know as weather.
This book just took my breath away! The photography was totally amazing. Seeing these photos gave new meaning to the different types of weather happening all over the world. The information given was eye opening and gave me insight into weather I will never experience in parts of the world.
This is a book that anyone would love to browse thru just to see the phenomenon we all know as weather.
March 5, 2021
I was grateful to receive an ARC copy of this book courtesy of #netgalley, Robert J. Ford and the publishers in exchange for an honest review.
This is a great photo book filled with some daring pictures of tumultuous weather conditions. Understandably, winds, floods and fog give a more dramatic demonstration and so the book contains more of them than scenes of tropical suns and extreme bush fire conditions. I particularly loved the images focused on mists and on clouds. Factual text providing bite-sized pieces of knowledge accompanied many of the pictures that were shot from all corners of the globe.
All in all, a lovely book to pass the time with.
This is a great photo book filled with some daring pictures of tumultuous weather conditions. Understandably, winds, floods and fog give a more dramatic demonstration and so the book contains more of them than scenes of tropical suns and extreme bush fire conditions. I particularly loved the images focused on mists and on clouds. Factual text providing bite-sized pieces of knowledge accompanied many of the pictures that were shot from all corners of the globe.
All in all, a lovely book to pass the time with.
March 19, 2021
We all talk about the weather, right? But do we really pay attention to it? "Weather" by Robert J. Ford takes us on a visual journey through Earth's weather in all it's glory. The photos are incredible (check out the sand storm!), and there is just enough information to educate, leaving the reader able to follow up on anything that strikes them. Beautiful book.
My thanks to the author, publisher, and NetGalley. This review was written voluntarily and is entirely my own, unbiased, opinion.
My thanks to the author, publisher, and NetGalley. This review was written voluntarily and is entirely my own, unbiased, opinion.
March 14, 2021
This was a visual delight!
April 5, 2021
Another book featuring gorgeous pictures, love them but i would preferred some more scientific info.
Recommended.
Many thanks to the publisher and Netgalley for this ARC, all opinions are mine
Recommended.
Many thanks to the publisher and Netgalley for this ARC, all opinions are mine
May 5, 2021
Weather is the second book I’m reviewing for Amber Books, and I’m noticing a trend here: powerful pictures selected with care and paired with bite-sized, relevant information. It’s a format I appreciate, because it avoids infodumping on the reader - I’m a big fan of minimalism, you know. Teach me things without overwhelming me, just like Robert is doing here.
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