Weather whys facts, myths, and oddities

The myths, history, wives-tales, oddities, and wonders of a subject that comes up every day: the weather. Weather enthusiasts (or just the weather-curious) will discover surprising facts, myths, and oddities in this fascinating book of useful (and sometimes useless) information. With his expertise a...

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Main Author: Yeager, Paul
Format: Downloads eBook Books eBook
Language:English
Published: 2010.
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