The Tide: The Science and Stories Behind the Greatest Force on Earth
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| Rating | : | 4.11 (789 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 0393354806 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 368 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2016-01-12 |
| Language | : | English |
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Hugh Aldersey-Williams is a marvelous guide who takes the reader on a sweeping and thought-provoking adventure into the heart of one of the most captivating, mysterious, and elemental forces of nature.” - Eric Jay Dolin, author of Brilliant Beacons“Prepare for a voyage with the best of companionsHugh Aldersey-Williams is a storyteller supreme, and he’s found a subject worthy of his talents.” - Edward Dolnick, author of The Clockwork Universe“A wonderfully enjoyable exploration of the mysterious rhythms of the sea. “This fascinating book deftly explores the dramatic history, critical importance, and scientific wonder of the tides. Imagine, if possible, a gently studious Bill Bryson crossed with an upbeat and relaxed WG Sebald
Throughout, Aldersey-Williams whisks the reader along on his travels: He visits the Bay of Fundy in Nova Scotia, where the tides are the strongest in the world; arctic Norway, home of the raging tidal whirlpool known as the maelstrom; and Venice, to investigate efforts to defend the city against flooding caused by the famed acqua alta. A gently studious Bill Bryson crossed with an upbeat and relaxed WG Sebald.”James McConnachie, Sunday Times (UK)Half of the world’s population today lives in coastal regions lapped by tidal waters. 12 illustrati
"Fascinating stories about different aspects of the tides, mainly around the British Isles." according to Kent Price. These are a series of fascinating stories about different aspects of the tides. I particularly enjoyed Chapter 11, "Into the Maelstrom" which describes different whirlpools described in literature and located around the world. The author gives detailed description of the different whirlpools and even visits some of them when they are active (times of high tides).. Great book Wonderful book compiling the history and science woven with a narrative that is both instructive and insightful. I look out on the tide every morning and feel that I know can see it more clearly and with much greater appreciation!. Short on science Old Roy Lots of stories about the effects of tides, but very, very little science content
Hugh Aldersey-Williams is the author of many books, including The Tide, Anatomies, Periodic Tales, and The Most Beautiful Molecule, a finalist for the Los Angeles Times Book Prize. . He lives in Norfolk, England