Hurricanes and the Middle Atlantic States

The first book-length reference that collects the MidAtlantic region’s surprisingly violent 400-year recorded hurricane history. It features many human interest stories detailing how Americans past and present have dealt with natural disasters. An unforgettable collection of storm tales told in chronological sequence. More than 80 profiles of significant tropical cyclones dating back to Jamestown, are presented in short sections, making convenient reading for today’s busy lives. Though the book focuses on Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey, Pennsylvania and Virginia, you don’t need to be a weather geek or an East coast resident to enjoy this fascinating book. Written for a general audience, Hurricanes and the Middle Atlantic States explores lessons learned and the challenges ahead as our planet’s climate changes. This accessible title provides a window to the region’s hurricane past, helping everyone understand the role tropical cyclones have played in our nation’s history, and serving as something of a meteorological crystal ball to its future.

By Rick Schwartz
8.5 x 11 Hardcover
416 pages, 200+ historic photographs and maps
Item No.: BD978-0-9786280-0-0