In many parts of the world the weather forms a daily topic of
conversation, In others it hardly changes from one week to the next.
However, human life is governed by the weather which affects much of our
activity, from farming to fishing and from shopping to holiday-making.
Introducing Meteorology has been written to provide a succinct overview
of the science of the weather for students and for interested amateurs
wanting a topical guide to this complex science. The initial chapters
describe the development of the science, the atmosphere and the forces
which govern the weather. The author then discusses weather influences
at global and local scales before describing the science of weather
forecasting. Copiously illustrated, this book is intended for those
whose interest in meteorology has been stimulated, perhaps by media
coverage of dramatic weather events, and who want to know more.
Technical terms are kept to a minimum and are explained in a glossary.