The Cloudspotter's Guide by Gavin Pretor-Pinney

The Cloudspotter's Guide by Gavin Pretor-Pinney

Now in paperback: the runaway British bestseller that has cloudspotters everywhere looking up.

Where do clouds come from? Why do they look the way they do? And why have they captured the imagination of timeless artists, Romantic poets, and every kid who's ever held a crayon? Veteran journalist and lifelong sky watcher Gavin Pretor-Pinney reveals everything there is to know about clouds, from history and science to art and pop culture. Cumulus, nimbostratus, and the dramatic and surfable Morning Glory cloud are just a few of the varieties explored in this smart, witty, and eclectic tour through the skies.

Illustrated with striking photographs (including a new section in full-color) and line drawings featuring everything from classical paintings to lava lamps, The Cloudspotter's Guide will have enthusiasts, weather watchers, and the just plain curious floating on cloud nine.

The Cloud Appreciation Society, founded by Gavin Pretor-Pinney, is a global organization dedicated to combating blue-sky thinking. He is also the co-founder and creative director of The Idler magazine, as well as the author of The Cloudspotter's Handbook, a best-selling book. He currently resides in Somerset, UK.

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ISBN 13	9780399533457
ISBN 10	0399533451
Title	The Cloudspotter's Guide
Author	Gavin Pretor-Pinney
Condition	Unavailable
Binding Type	Paperback
Publisher	Penguin Putnam Inc
Year published	2007-06-05
Number of pages	320
Cover note	Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.