Storm Cloud: Changes with the Weather

ISBN 10: 1452177082 ISBN 13: 9781452177083

Publisher: Chronicle Books, 2019

Synopsis

In the 1860s, Admiral Robert Fitzroy popularized the storm glass, which promised to predict storms on the high seas. A modern twist on this classic device, the Storm Cloud is an age-old way of seeing what the weather has in store. Although not as accurate as a barometer, the special liquid inside crystallizes to indicate changes in the elements, making this decorative device a perfect addition to the windowsill or desk of the curious-minded.

About this title

About the Author

BITTEN DESIGN was founded by three people crazy about design. Once they were all bitten by the design bug, they formed Bitten in 2008 and have been turning fun ideas into delightful products ever since. Bitten is based in the Netherlands.

From the Back Cover

In the 1800s, during his voyage with Charles Darwin, Admiral Robert Fitzroy used and later popularized the storm glass, which promised to predict the weather. A beautiful twist on this classic device, the Storm Cloud is a fun way of seeing what the weather has in store. Filled with a special liquid that responds to changes in the atmosphere, the crystals within the cloud-shaped glass indicate whether it'll be fair, cloudy, rainy, windy, or stormy. Whether sitting on a windowsill or a desk, the Storm Cloud is irresistible décor for the curious-minded.

Edition details

• Publisher: Chronicle Books
• Publication date: 2019
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1452177082
• ISBN 13: 9781452177083
• Binding: Misc. Supplies
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 1