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Storm Chaser: In Pursuit of Untamed Skies Paperback – May 1, 1996

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The author describes his experiences photographing lightning, tornadoes, and hurricanes, and covers the techniques and dangers of storm chasing

Print length

182 pages
Language

English
Publisher

Independent Pub Group
Publication date

May 1, 1996
Dimensions

8.5 x 0.5 x 11.25 inches
ISBN-10

1888763000
ISBN-13

978-1888763003
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Storm Chaser is a marvelous book about the awesome beauty of atmospheric violence, the people who seek it, and the stunning photographs captured of our turbulent atmosphere at its most dramatic.

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Converting his obsession into a profession, Faidley makes his living by photographing twisters in Tornado Alley. He makes no pretense to literary musing or meteorologic exactitude: Faidley's manner toward t-cells is strictly veni, vidi, and video if possible. Most chases fail to sight a tornado, the futility of which Faidley's logs compensate for in their description of what--including potentially lethal danger--the entire endeavor entails. This activity is enjoying voguish popularity, either by participation or watching the movie Twister. Some libraries can meet the immediate interest (boosted by advertising on The Weather Channel) by displaying Faidley's collection of 100 dramatic images; those tending to longer-term collection development can fall back on Laskin's more comprehensive Braving the Elements Gilbert Taylor

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Publisher ‏ : ‎ Independent Pub Group; 1st edition (May 1, 1996)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Paperback ‏ : ‎ 182 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1888763000
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1888763003
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.52 pounds
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 8.5 x 0.5 x 11.25 inches

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Kate Beaumont

FANTASTIC Photographer--but THIS book does NOT highlight his talent

Reviewed in the United States on January 7, 2010

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The first time I ever saw Warren Faidley's photography was then I wrote a review for the book "Eye of the Storm: Chasing Storms with Warren Faidley." THAT book was exceptional and really showcased Faidley's award-winning work with breathtaking photography. This book, "Storm Chaser: In Pursuit of Untamed Skies" (unfortunately a gift for my husband for Christmas), is nothing to write home about. There are some interesting shots, but nothing like what I saw in "Eye of the Storm..." a book about the hows and whys of this storm chaser's career. I highly recommend that latter work for the photography alone! Eye of the storm: chasing storms with warren faidley

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Taska Smith

Interesting read

Reviewed in the United States on September 7, 2016

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Interesting look at storm chasing.

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5 star photography, text a little dated

Reviewed in the United States on January 2, 2001

"Strorm Chaser in pursuit of untamed Skies" contains some of the most awesome weather photography you will find anywhere. Lightning, tornadoes cloud formations there all here in incredable photo's.The slightly weaker part of this book is the text (makes for good reading none the less) written mostly in a diary type format that takes you on the chase from warren faidley's earliest days starting as a news photographer to the first attempts at lighting photography to the professional storm chaser. The best reading in the book is the "chase" of hurricane Andrew. Chase is not realy the proper word here it's more like "Lets set up here in this seventh story parking lot and wait" still I found this chapter to be the most adventurest of the book. Interestinly it had the weakest photography in the book, (I'm partial to the lightning and tornado photos).A few points in the book will have you checking the publication date, most noteabley pg 72 "Oklahoma City is located in one of the most potentialy dangerous locations within the (tornado) alley. It has been struck at least 33 times in the past 90 years although NO MAJOR TORNADO HAS STRUCK" (emphass mine) Of couse that all changed forever on May 3rd 1999, when one of the greatest outbreaks of tornados ever stuck the oklahoma city area with dozens of tornados including several F4's and f5's. Still if you ever find yourself channel surfing and realize you spend a lot of time on the weather channel or love to wacth those specials about wild weather on the discovery channel like I do, you will throughly enjoy this book.

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S. Pratt

Exciting stories with detailed, accurate information.

Reviewed in the United States on March 11, 2001

I've had an avid interest in meteorology since I was a small child, and my bookcase is full of various weather-related books. However, Warren Faidley's "Storm Chaser: In Pursuit of Untamed Skies" is among my most favorite. The breathtaking images coupled with detailed trip logs and weather information make for a very informative, yet interesting read.
Warren Faidley is a very experienced and highly regarded weather photographer. This book definitely does his work justice as he takes you through some of his adventures with a log-style format. Inserted among the stories are his own photographs, which are in full color and are top-notch in quality. All of his accounts are technically accurate and offer a plethora of knowledge about the subject of severe weather and the discipline needed to accomplish the task of chasing storms. In the rear of the book, he also gives a few pages of information on how to photograph your own weather events. From cameras to lenses to technical specs, he covers it all.
Overall, this book is extremely informative for everyone, whether you're a novice or you've been in the field of meteorology for 50 years. I highly reccommend it to anyone wishing to expand their collection of weather reference.

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burritolikethesun

I wore the binding out

Reviewed in the United States on September 5, 2017

As a kid in the 1990s, I absolutely loved this book. I read it so much my mom had to laminate the binding to keep it together. This book is an absolute must for any meteorology enthusiast to have on their shelf.

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Cheryl-Ann Tan

100% Faidley

Reviewed in the United States on February 22, 2002

Warren Faidley, the world's only full-time storm-chasing journalist and his bestselling book are known by many in the small storm chasing community. Storm Chaser is perfect for the coffee table and for those who enjoy great weather photography but do not intend to study the scientific part of it seriously. This is a true-blue Faidley product: glossy, full color photos, excellent book layout, a sense of fun, but not much attention paid to meteorological aspects of storm chasing. For those who want some serious stuff, try Prof. Bluestein's "Tornado Alley".

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tornadoboy

technology and storms

Reviewed in the United States on August 14, 2006

Storm Chasers, by Warren Faidley, is a storm chaser's journal that takes the reader all across the United States in search of tornadoes and hurricanes, including Tornado Alley, which is an area of the Great Plains area and the central United States where most severe tornadoes occur. Warren Faidley's "pursuit of untamed skies" shows how tornado chasers use technology to track severe weather.

The fantastic use of photos in the book are more descriptive than the actual words (because a picture says a thousand words!!), but the journal and history of different types of tornadoes and severe weather make the reader feel the excitement of storm chasing. Mr. Faidley describes his early days as a chaser, and then tells of the different storms he has encountered, as well as the changing technology he uses to track storms. The book is interesting for those who like to learn about how meteorology and technology work together.

Reviewed in the United States on March 2, 2001

Awesome photography, great stories. A good look at extreme weather from both sides of the camera. He makes you feel like you're right there with him. My hair is still standing on end.
My favorite account turned out to be, not one associated with tornadoes, but with lightning. I've never before had such appreciation for the power of lightning. That's not to diminish the effect of his stories about tornado chasing. They're all exhilarating and humbling.

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