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_aThe Law of Storms : _bThe various phenomena by which their approach can be ascertained with certainty, and practical directions to mariners for the avoidance of their fury, compiled from various sources |
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_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2017 |
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| 500 | _aRelease date is 2017-10-19 | ||
| 508 | _aProduced by MFR, Paul Marshall and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) | ||
| 520 | _a"The Law of Storms" by John Ross is a scientific publication written in the late 19th century. The book focuses on meteorological phenomena related to storms, particularly hurricanes and cyclones, providing practical guidance for mariners on how to identify and avoid the severe impacts of these weather events. In "The Law of Storms," Captain John Ross thoroughly explains the atmospheric conditions that lead to hurricanes and the rotational behavior of winds in both the Northern and Southern Hemispheres. The book delves into various signs—physical sensations, visual cues, and auditory signals—that indicate the approach of a storm. It also outlines meteorological theories, such as Dove's Law of Gyration, and discusses the use of barometers and other instruments to predict storm behaviors. Ross provides detailed tables and rules for navigating ships safely during hurricanes, emphasizing the importance of understanding wind patterns and the cyclone's center to minimize potential damage. The comprehensive nature of this work serves as a crucial resource for sailors and anyone interested in the science of meteorology during that era. (This is an automatically generated summary.) | ||
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