Pacific Northwest Weather: But My Barometer Says Fair! : A Look at Those Changing and Peculiar Weather Patterns in the Pacific Northwest, Large and Small (Paperback)

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Editorial Reviews

Review

"If you love the Pacific Northwest, if you love the weather, then you will love George Miller's new book" -- Dave Sweeney, KOIN-TV Portland, Oregon , August 2002

"a must for anyone interested in the weather of the Pacific Northwest" -- James Little, Meteorologist State of Oregon, August 2002

"efficiently organized, full of good, sound information" -- Dr. Larry Hanson, Chair, Math & Science Department, Marylhurst University, Marylhurst Oregon, August 2002

Product Description

Well-known Oregon meteorologist George Miller explains the unexplainable--the weather of the Pacific Northwest. Miller does an excellent job of making a complicated subject easy for all to understand in this interesting book.

The climate of the Pacific Northwest is as broad and varied as is found anywhere in the world-from dry eastern sections to cool and wet western regions. Pacific Northwest Weather explores the reasons for this, offering an in-depth look into those peculiarities specific to Pacific Northwest weather. Written and designed for the layperson, as well as a basic text in meteorology this book explains how weather occurs on a global scale down to the small-scale way in which your campfire smoke drifts. With interesting references to past storms, like the infamous Columbus Day storm, and weather patterns that cause heat waves and ice storms, this book has much to offer anyone interested in the weather.

WHAT’S GREAT ABOUT THIS BOOK?

* Author is one of the most respected meteorologists in Oregon. Many professionals rely on him for accurate weather information and answers to challenging questions

* Only book available on this subject

* Complicated subject is shared in an easy-to-understand and interesting manner

* Hundreds of color illustrations, photographs, and charts

* Numerous text boxes throughout share interesting historical stories

* Accurate up-to-date information

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Product Details

• Paperback: 172 pages
• Publisher: Frank Amato Publications (August 1, 2002)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1571882359
• ISBN-13: 978-1571882356
• Product Dimensions: 11 x 8.5 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.6 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #516,293 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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4.0 out of 5 stars pacific northwest weather, May 13, 2009

By	Wayne Heinz "author:How to Catch salmon, stur... (Richland) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

If you fish a lot like I do, weather is always on your mind. George helps us understand the big picture before we venture on the water. Seasonal changes, weather systems, how land and water affect weather -- useful stuff.
I learned a lot here. I like this book.
Wayne Heinz, author of, How to Catch Salmon, Sturgeon, Lingcod, Rockfish, and Halibut Along the Pacific Coast: Fish On!