Book Description

Manuscript Book Of Weather Records From Brighton 1877-1891 A very comprehensive record of the weather, including Barometer, Dry and Wet Bulb temperature, Wind, Rain etc, for every day from January 1877 to December 1891. Couple of related cuttings - Earthquake 1889, & one that more rain fell in Brighton Oct 1889 than any other month, 7.45 ins. Size 8vo, 21 x 14cm; approx 380pp Bound in original full leather, worn but solid. Handwritten paper label to front, gilt lettering ‘Real & Co Brighton’ to spine. All edges marbled, original marbled endpapers. A full book, perfect for detailed research into weather patterns in the late 19th century.
Dealer Notes
Dry Bulb Temperature (D.B.T.) is the temperature of air measured by a thermometer freely exposed to the air. Does not indicate the amount of moisture in the air.
Wet Bulb Temperature (W.B.T.) is the temperature read by a thermometer covered in water soaked cloth, over which air is passed.
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Date 1877-1891
Binding Full Leather
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Condition Very Good
Pages 380

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