For more information on hurricanes of the Middle
Atlantic states, visit the Web site for historical
Mid-Atlantic hurricane information:
www.midatlantichurricanes.com
The following are excerpts from recent book reviews:

"(This) is an enjoyable and useful volume, filled with accounts of hurricanes and nor'easters that ravaged the Middle
Atlantic states...  ...For those living and teaching in these states, and anyone interested in comparing storm impacts
from region to region, this is a must-have book." Bulletin of the American Meteorological Society, April 2008

"All in all, this is an enjoyably presented, informative, and useful book. It details in a well-written and personal manner
the historical hurricane activity of a critical region of the United States." Weatherwise Magazine, May-June 2008 issue

"... Hurricanes and the Middle Atlantic States is confidently recommended for personal, professional, academic, and
community library Weather and Meteorology reference collections."  Small Press Bookwatch (The Midwest Book
Review), January 2008  (The full review can be read at www.midwestbookreview.com/sbw/jan_08.htm#science)

"...The wealth of primary sources (photographs, interviews, maps, diaries, letters, and newspaper articles) makes it a
valuable reference work, as well as a fascinating read for weather enthusiasts." Science Books and Films (reviews)
March/April 2008, American Association for the Advancement of Science

"Schwartz is a storyteller, and the accounts of specific events are told in a lively and compelling manner. The value of
this book lies in its ability to inspire readers with no background in the subject to become interested in how these
natural disasters have affected a portion of the East Coast.  ... Summing Up: Recommended. General readers.  
Choice Magazine, April 2008
What They're Saying...
   Hurricanes and the Middle Atlantic States is the
first book-length reference that resurrects the Mid-
Atlantic's surprisingly violent 400-year recorded
hurricane history. It features the following:

  •        Many human interest stories telling how
    Americans past and present have dealt with
    natural disasters. An unforgettable collection of
    storm tales.

  •        Unique content. Chronological stories of
    significant tropical cyclones tapping 400 years of
    recorded hurricane history.  Short, separate,
    sections allow busy readers a chance to read
    stories as time and interest allows.

  •        Hurricanes and the Middle Atlantic States is
    written for a general audience. It examines the
    characteristics, patterns, quirks and dangers of
    Mid-Atlantic hurricanes. It discusses lessons
    learned and the challenges ahead. Here, for the
    first time, is a window to the region's  hurricane
    past and a meteorological crystal ball to its
    future.

  •        The book focuses on Delaware, Maryland,
    New Jersey, Pennsylvania and Virginia, as well as
    the Washington, D.C., and New York City
    metropolitan areas, but adjacent states are not
    neglected. And storm and natural disaster
    stories are of universal interest.

   Hardcover: 8.5 X 11 inch format. 400+ pages. 200+
b/w photographs. Track maps.

    Hurricanes and the Middle Atlantic States makes for a
fascinating read, a great study aid or a unique gift.
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Let your local library know about Hurricanes and the Middle Atlantic States! As of August 2008, more
than 300 copies have been purchased by libraries.  (Book identification #: ISBN 978-0-9786280-0-0)
Summer 2008
Media inquiries are welcome. Telephone:
703-719-6973  Or e-mail the author:  
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