013 - Guest On A Hairy Hop

Dive into the thrilling world of meteorology with this captivating 1955 book by a renowned expert. It offers a gripping narrative of the daring individuals who have ventured by sea and air into the heart of the planets most ferocious storms. Experience the first-hand accounts of military pilots and meteorologists who have braved the tempestuous winds of hurricanes, revealing what both the human eye and advanced radars uncover in the violent depths of tropical vortices. With over forty years of specialized study in hurricanes and a distinguished career at the Weather Bureau, the author brings to life the valiant efforts of the storm scouts through personal interviews and rich storytelling.