02210cam a22003133u 4500 18791 UtSlPG 20260610133435.0 m cr n 260607r2006||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d 04033183 UtSlPG en iso639-1 QC Bassnett, Thomas, 1808- Outlines of a mechanical theory of storms Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2006 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2006-07-08 Produced by Curtis Weyant, Laura Wisewell and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net "Outlines of a Mechanical Theory of Storms" by T. Bassnett is a scientific publication written in the mid-19th century. The work presents an innovative approach to understanding meteorological phenomena, particularly focusing on the mechanical effects of storms and the influence of lunar dynamics on weather patterns. The author aims to provide practical instructions for navigators to predict weather changes, supported by a theoretical framework that intertwines aspects of physics, astronomy, and meteorology. The opening of the book establishes Bassnett's goal of challenging established meteorological theories, which he views as inadequate for explaining the complexities of storms. He reflects on his journey of inquiry through various scientific doctrines, leading him to propose a new theory that hinges on the existence of an ethereal medium influencing weather mechanisms, specifically through vortices associated with lunar motion. The initial chapters lay the foundation by discussing the current state of meteorology, the role of gravitation, and the peculiarities of the lunar influence, outlining how these elements intertwine to affect atmospheric behavior and storm formation. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Weather https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/18791 60177 60177