Atmospheric Sciences

Cosmos is one of the bestselling science books of all time. In clear-eyed prose, Sagan reveals a jewel-like blue world inhabited by a life form that is just beginning to discover its own identity and to venture into the vast ocean of space....

At the dawn of the 20th century, a great confidence suffused America. Isaac Cline was one of the era's new men, a scientist who believed he knew all there was to know about the motion of clouds and the behavior of storms....

Tim Samaras didn’t attend a day of college in his life. He chased storms with brilliant tools of his own invention and pushed closer to the tornado than anyone else ever dared....

When it comes to climate change, the media, politicians, and other prominent voices have declared that "the science is settled." In reality, the long game of telephone from research to reports to the popular media is corrupted by misunderstanding and misinformation....

In this sweeping work of science and history, the renowned climate scientist and author of The New Climate War shows us the conditions on Earth that allowed humans not only to exist but thrive, and how they are imperiled if we veer off course....

In its 2001 report on global climate, the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change of the United Nations prominently featured the "Hockey Stick", a chart showing global temperature data....

The big media have spoken on the question of global warming, and the debate is officially over. But have Al Gore and his environmentalist allies really proven their case? Not even close....

Why do the UN and certain politicians in the US and Western Europe continue to promote the fraudulent global warming hypothesis? With regards to the UN, it is all about the money—money for research and to affect socio-economic change....

A straightforward and fact-based exploration of how weather happens, how it relates to climate, and how science answers major questions about Earth as a system....

When we talk about human history, we often focus on great leaders, population forces, and decisive wars. But how has the earth itself determined our destiny? Our planet wobbles, driving changes in climate that forced the transition from nomadism to farming....

Notorious intercepted emails documenting scientists conspiring to squelch global-warming skeptics and falsifying data proved exactly what Brian Sussman has been saying for years....

In this first-ever English translation of The Weather Detective, Peter Wohlleben uses his long experience and deep love of nature to help decipher the weather and our local environments....

As time runs out, climate progress is blocked by the men who are profiting from the burning of the planet: energy moguls like the Koch brothers and Exxon Mobil CEO Rex Tillerson....

From the acclaimed author of Tubes, a lively and surprising tour of the infrastructure behind the weather forecast, the people who built it, and what it reveals about our climate and our planet....

In We Are the Weather, Jonathan Safran Foer explores the central global dilemma of our time in a surprising, deeply personal, and urgent new way. Some people reject the fact, overwhelmingly supported by scientists, that our planet is warming because of human activity....

The Little Ice Age tells the story of the turbulent, unpredictable, and often very cold years of modern European history, how climate altered historical events, and what they mean in the context of today’s global warming....

Did you know that most scientists are global-warming skeptics? Or that environmental alarmists have knowingly promoted false and exaggerated data on global warming....

An icon of the environmental movement outlines a provocative approach for reclaiming our planet....

Climate change has been a perplexing problem for years. Casey's research into the Sun's activity, which began almost a decade ago, resulted in discovery of a solar cycle that is now reversing....

In Our Livable World, research specialist and author Marc Schaus leads listeners in an exploration of the newest and upcoming innovations in green technology poised to prevent the climate apocalypse - and usher in a sustainable, livable world....

Our hope depends, McKibben argues, on scaling back—on building the kind of societies and economies that can hunker down....

The rise of human civilization and all of recorded history occurred in this warm period, known as the Holocene. Until very recently, we had no detailed record of climate changes during the Holocene. Now we do....

Americans have been warned since the late 1970s that the buildup of carbon dioxide in our atmosphere threatens to irreversibly change our climate....

Wagner and Martin Weitzman explore in lively, clear terms the likely repercussions of a hotter planet, drawing on and expanding from work previously unavailable to general audiences....

A breakout best seller on how the earth's previous global warming phase reshaped human societies from the Arctic to the Sahara....

Introducing "Up in the Air," the new must-read eBook for weather enthusiasts, aspiring meteorologists, and anyone curious about the fascinating world of weather balloons! This comprehensive guide will take you on a captivating journey through the history, science, and practical applications of meteorological balloon research, all wrapped up in an engaging and easy-to-follow narrative. Dive into Chapter 1 and immerse yourself in the captivating origins of weather balloons. Embrace your inner scientist in Chapter 4 as you explore the basic principles of meteorology, and prepare to have your ...

Embark on an exhilarating journey through Earth's atmospheric layers with "Exploring the Skies"! This groundbreaking eBook delves into the fascinating world of high-altitude balloons and their crucial role in understanding and protecting our environment. From the stratosphere to the troposphere, uncover the incredible potential of these sky-high marvels in propelling atmospheric research and meteorological breakthroughs. "Exploring the Skies" is a comprehensive and captivating account of the history, science, and technology behind high-altitude balloons — the unsung heroes of the sky. ...

Discover the fascinating world of weather balloons and their pivotal role in unraveling the mysteries of climate science! "Soaring Higher" is a captivating, engaging, and comprehensive guide that takes you on an intriguing journey through the history, science, and technology of weather balloons and their essential place in our understanding of Earth's ever-changing climate. Embark on a thrilling exploration with meticulously crafted chapters covering the rich history of weather balloon development, their intricate anatomy, and crucial lifecycle stages from launch to retrieval. Get an in-...

Discover a fascinating world beyond our reach with "A Higher Perspective" – an enthralling new eBook that dives into the fascinating realm of weather balloons and atmospheric research! This comprehensive guide takes you on a captivating journey through the history, fundamentals, and latest advancements in the field, with a focus on innovative technologies. Begin your exhilarating journey with an introduction to weather balloons and the significance of atmospheric measurements in shaping our understanding of Earth's dynamic climate. Learn about the humble origins and pioneering ...

Discover the fascinating world of weather balloons and their crucial role in meteorology research with this captivating new eBook, Up, Up, and Away! This informative and engaging read is designed to enlighten and inspire those with an interest in the science of weather, space exploration, and environmental studies. Embark on a journey through the history of weather balloons, from their inception to advancements in design and technology, and uncover their vital contribution to climate change research, weather forecasting, and atmospheric chemistry studies. Learn about the anatomy and types ...