Defining the Wind

The Beaufort Scale and How a 19th-Century Admiral Turned Science Into Poetry

Autori

• Scott Huler

Parametri

• 304 pagine
• 11 ore di lettura

• Biografie e pensieri
• Natura
• Natura, animali
• Saggistica
• Storia

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Delving into the intricacies of the Beaufort Scale, this book chronicles one man's quest to understand the essence of wind through the life of its creator, Sir Francis Beaufort. It intertwines historical exploration with a reflection on the language we use to describe natural phenomena, encouraging readers to engage more deeply with their surroundings. The narrative highlights the significance of observation and the poetic nature of scientific inquiry.

Lingua: Inglese

Pubblicato: 2005

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