The Lightning
Book -
The Nature of Lightning and
How to Protect Yourself from it.
by
Peter Viemeister
The Facts About Lightning, why it happens, what it does, what can be done
about it. Includes Practical Advice on Protection From Lightning for
homeowners, farmers, boatowners, swimmers, golfers, outdoorsmen and many
others. Advice That Can Significantly Reduce Property Loss and Save Lives.
This book has been the primary basic reference on the subject for more than.
three decades.
Contents
| Part one |
The Search for Knowledge |
|
1 |
Through the Ages
From The Beginning |
| 2 |
Benjamin Franklin
Lightning Tamer |
| 3 |
Lightning Research
Scientists and Engineers at Work |
| Part Two |
Origin and Character of Lightning |
| 4 |
Birth of a Storm
Meet the Thunderhead |
| 5 |
Global Vagabonds
Thunderstorms Around the World |
| 6 |
Electricity in the Air
The Importance of Lightning |
| 7 |
The Lightning Bolt
How it Goes |
| 8 |
Thunder and Lightning
Members of the Family |
| Part Three |
Lightning in Action |
| 9 |
Earth, Mountain, and Sea
From Cloud to Earth |
| 10 |
Lightning in Pictures
A Portfolio |
| 11 |
Forests and Trees
Favorite Natural Targets |
| 12 |
Rods and Roofs
The Principles of Protection |
| 13 |
Farms, Fences, and Fertilizer
Special Farm Problems |
| 14 |
Man in the Open and on the Move
Take Cover |
| 15 |
Ships and Boats
No More Punctured Hulls |
| 16 |
Aircraft
St. Elmo’s Fire and Uninvited Electricity |
| 17 |
False Blame and Useful Pranks
Miscellaneous Mischief |
| 18 |
Frontiers
Mysteries Yet To Be Solved |
| 19 |
Guides to Live By
A Brief Review |
With 53 photos and extensive bibliography.
M.I.T. Press. 5.5x8 316 pages
Flex cover Price $39.00
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