I read a review copy provided by the publisher in return for a fair and honest review.
Rain - a Natural and Cultural History by Cynthia Barnett
How often do you think about rain? Unless we are caught in a downpour or in the midst of a drought, the answer is usually "not much". A rainy day may be the perfect excuse to curl up with a book and tea (not that I need an excuse) or ruin a day at the beach. But we all recognize that rain is vital.
This little gem of a book is all about rain and human relationship with rain. It covers mythological views, historical incidences, meteorology and rain making, literature, charlatans, visionaries and more cases of the influence of rain than I could have imagined. Each topic has just enough meat to satisfy but not too much to bog down the reading.
In the end, the text reminds us of just how essential rain is and how long we've tried to coach it down, push it away and control it. A delightful and easy read with ideas that will linger in your mind.
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