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Mid-Atlantic Hurricanes offers insights into the patterns and characteristics of the region's tropical cyclones. There is also an article on the hidden danger from hurricane-related rip currents.
Atlantic States. The September topic is entitled, "Something About 25 Years...", coincidental anniversaries of big East Coast hurricanes. Indeed, 2010 may become another important anniversary year.
Each page provides a chronological sampling of notable storms, particularly relevant information as the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration predicts a possible near record year for the number of Atlantic hurricanes. As for landfalling hurricanes, the East Coast, north of Florida, is the most due section of the United States. The author's presentation schedule for 2010 is available. The talks are aimed at specific localities.
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| Hurricanes and the Middle Atlantic States is available from the following booksellers: Barnes and Noble (bookstores and online) Amazon--(including Search Inside the Book and reviews) Baker and Taylor Books |
| What They're Saying ... |
Middle Atlantic states... ...For those living and teaching in these states, and anyone interested in comparing storm impacts from region to region, this is a must-have book." Michael Passow, president of the Earth Science Teachers' Association, appearing in the Bulletin of the American Meteorological Society "The book is abundantly illustrated with an amazing number of black and white photographs, track maps, and rainfall maps... ...All in all, this is an enjoyably presented, informative, and useful book. It details in a well- written and personal manner the historical hurricane activity of a critical region of the United States." Randy Cerveny, author of several weather books, appearing in Weatherwise magazine "For anybody who likes to learn about weather and is interested in hurricanes, this is a great book to have," Bob Ryan, former chief meteorologist, NBC 4, Washington, D.C. "...The wealth of primary sources (photographs, interviews, maps, diaries, letters, and newspaper articles) makes it a valuable reference work, as well as a fascinating read for weather enthusiasts." Science Books and Films (reviews), American Association for the Advancement of Science "Schwartz is a storyteller, and the accounts of specific events are told in a lively and compelling manner. The value of this book lies in its ability to inspire readers with no background in the subject to become interested in how these natural disasters have affected a portion of the East Coast. ... Summing Up: Recommended. General readers. L.S. Zipp, Choice Magazine "The book first appeared on store shelves late last summer but is a must-read for weather watchers now that another hurricane season is upon us. ... From now on, it will be a well-used reference work in my library." Donnie Johnston, The Free Lance-Star, Fredericksburg, Va. |
| To order Hurricanes and the Middle Atlantic States: Send a check or money order for $25.95, postpaid. (Internet Special-- The regular price is $32.95.) Virginia residents add $1.00 sales tax. Make checks payable to Blue Diamond Books. Mail to: 6516 China Grove Ct., Alexandria, VA 22310 Or pay by credit or debit card through PayPal. |
| Let your community know about Hurricanes and the Middle Atlantic States! As of early 2010, more than 400 books have been obtained by libraries. Some of the many distinguished libraries with copies include: the Library of Congress, the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), Cornell University, Princeton University, NOAA headquarters and the National Hurricane Center. |
| Tropical Cyclones of 2010: Alex, Bonnie, Colin, Danielle, Earl, Fionna, Gaston, Hermine, Igor, Julia, Karl, Lisa, Matthew, Nicole, Otto, Paula, Richard, Shary, Tomas, Virginia, Walter |
This is the Web site for historical Mid-Atlantic regional hurricane information, analysis and perspective. It is a complement to Hurricanes and the Middle Atlantic States, the first book to focus on the topic. The following sections are featured: |