Blame It on the Rain - Lee, Laura
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An amazing, enlightening, and endlessly entertaining look at how weather has shaped our world.
Throughout history, great leaders have fallen, the outcomes of mighty battles have been determined, and the tides of earth-shattering events have been turned by a powerful, inscrutable force of nature: the weather. In Blame It on the Rain, author Laura Lee explores the amazing and sometimes bizarre ways in which weather has influenced our history and helped to bring about sweeping cultural change. She also delights us with a plethora of fascinating weather-related facts (Did you know that more…mehr

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An amazing, enlightening, and endlessly entertaining look at how weather has shaped our world.

Throughout history, great leaders have fallen, the outcomes of mighty battles have been determined, and the tides of earth-shattering events have been turned by a powerful, inscrutable force of nature: the weather. In Blame It on the Rain, author Laura Lee explores the amazing and sometimes bizarre ways in which weather has influenced our history and helped to bring about sweeping cultural change. She also delights us with a plethora of fascinating weather-related facts (Did you know that more Britons die of sunburn every year than Australians?), while offering readers a hilarious overview of humankind's many absurd attempts to control the elements.

If a weather-produced blight hadn't severely damaged French vineyards, there might never have been a California wine industry. . . .

What weather phenomenon was responsible for the sound of the Stradivarius?

If there had been a late autumn in Russia, Hitler could have won World War II. . . .

Did weather play a part in Truman's victory over Dewey?

Eye-opening, edifying, and totally unexpected, Blame It on the Rain is a fascinating appreciation of the destiny-altering vagaries of mother nature and it's even more fun than watching the Weather Channel!
Autorenporträt
Laura Lee, a remarkable author, and spiritual guide, has left an indelible mark on the world of literature and personal transformation through her widely acclaimed book, "Beyond the Stars." This biography delves into the extraordinary life and profound contributions of Laura Lee, whose words have resonated with countless readers, inspiring them to embark on transformative journeys of self-discovery, spiritual growth, and cosmic connection. Laura Lee's journey began in the vibrant city of Alexandria, where she was born into a loving family that encouraged curiosity and nurtured a deep connection with nature. As a child, she found solace and wonder in the natural world, igniting a sense of awe and awakening within her. From an early age, Laura Lee exhibited a thirst for knowledge and a yearning to uncover the mysteries of existence. She immersed herself in various spiritual traditions, seeking answers to life's fundamental questions. Her extensive studies, coupled with profound intuitive insight, fueled her desire to bridge the realms of the physical and the spiritual.
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"...a fast-paced little number that should help you get through a seasonal doldrum or two." - Washington Post

"The History Channel meets the Weather Channel in Lee's breezy account. - Newsday

"Refreshing and thought-provoking. " - BookPage

"...crisp, direct, and playful while at the same time powerful." - blogcritics.org