Outlines of a Mechanical Theory of Storms

Step back in time to 1854 and explore the groundbreaking work of Thomas Bassnett, who was ahead of his time with his Mechanical Theory of Storms. Discover how this historical text sheds light on the mysteries of the weather and the factors that influence it. Without the advanced technology of today, Bassnett and his fellow researchers relied on sky gazing and meticulous record-keeping to unlock the secrets of storms and their relationship to the lunar cycle—a precursor to the now accepted paradigm.