Wind

Name: Wind
Brand: NewSouth Books
SKU: 9781789147209
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Nature and Culture

Series: Earth

Summary

Wind by Louise M Pryke delves into the science and cultural significance of this powerful natural phenomenon. The book explores wind's impact throughout history, its role in shaping civilizations, and its influence on daily life. Through an interdisciplinary approach, the author examines how wind affects both the environment and humanity.
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Format: Paperback / softback

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Book Hero Magic created this recommendation. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! IS THIS YOUR NEXT READ?

This book may appeal to you if you're intrigued by the powerful forces of nature and enjoy exploring how they shape our world. It offers a fascinating insight into the cultural, historical, and scientific aspects of wind, making it ideal for readers who appreciate intertwining science and storytelling.

Explores the science behind wind, as well as how it has been imagined and portrayed in myth, religion, art and literature since ancient times.

Description

By turns creative and destructive, wind spreads seeds, fills sails, and disperses the energy of the sun.

Worshipped since antiquity, wind has molded planets, determined battles, and shaped the evolution of life on earth - yet this invisible element remains intangible and unpredictable. In Wind, Louise M. Pryke explores wind's natural history as well as its cultural life in myth, religion, art, and literature. Beyond these ancient imaginings, Pryke also traces how wind inspired modern scientific innovations and appeared in artistic works as diverse as the art of Van Gogh, the poetry of Keats, and the blockbuster film.

'Plenty of stimulating tidbits.' Publishers Weekly

Series: Earth

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Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

Wind by Louise M. Pryke offers a captivating exploration of the cultural history of wind. It is praised for its engaging and authoritative prose that remains accessible rather than overly academic. The book features high-quality images and is recognised for its interesting insights and stimulating content.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781789147209

Publisher: Reaktion Books

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 01 June 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Reaktion Books

Illustration: 104 illustrations, 88 in colour

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 148.0mm

Height: 210.0mm

Weight: 250g

Pages: 232

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Education & Reference Non-Fiction Science & Nature

About the Author

Louise M. Pryke is an honorary associate and lecturer at the University of Sydney. Her previous books include Scorpion and Turtle, also published by Reaktion Books