So Foul and Fair a Day: A History of Scotland's Weather and Climate

Climate change is one of the most serious issues that faces the human race, but how important have climate conditions and weather been in the past? Alastair Dawson considers this question as he traces the history of climate conditions and weather in Scotland, showing that dramatic changes have played an important part in the shaping of Scotland's story, a fact that is often overlooked by professional historians. He discusses the key lessons to be learned from the past, providing pointers to the future and new meanings to the terms 'climate change' and 'global warming'. This is a fascinating and thoughtful book, and an invaluable reference for all those interested in climate change.