Title: Your Future in Meteorology
Authors: Rear Admiral Frederick A. Berry & Sidney R. Frank
Publisher: Richards Rosen Press
Edition & Year: First Edition, 1962
Pages: 155 pages
Size: 5 in x 8 in
Format: Hardcover
Published in 1962 by Richards Rosen Press, Your Future in Meteorology by Rear Admiral Frederick A. Berry and Sidney R. Frank is a compact hardcover first edition spanning 155 pages. This vintage book serves as both an introduction to atmospheric science and a career guide for students and professionals interested in weather forecasting and climatology.
The volume explains the principles of weather science, including atmospheric conditions, storm systems, and emerging technologies of the era such as radar and satellites. It goes beyond theory, providing readers with a detailed overview of career opportunities in meteorology, from military aviation and navigation to agriculture, broadcasting, and research.
Drawing from his naval experience, Rear Admiral Frederick A. Berry highlights the strategic importance of meteorology in defense and aviation, while Sidney R. Frank discusses broader academic and civilian applications. Together, they craft a work that is both scientifically informative and professionally practical, appealing to young readers considering meteorology as a career and historians interested in mid-20th-century scientific advancements.
As a collectible hardcover, this book captures the spirit of a time when meteorology was rapidly evolving, making it a valuable addition to libraries, collections of vintage science books, and studies of early weather forecasting.
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Hardcover First Edition (1962) – Richards Rosen Press
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Written by Rear Admiral Frederick A. Berry & Sidney R. Frank
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155 pages, compact 5 x 8 in format
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Covers the fundamentals of weather science and forecasting
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Discusses career paths in military, aviation, research, and broadcasting
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Combines scientific insight with practical career guidance
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A collectible piece of mid-century meteorological literature
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