Weather Lore – Volumes I-III: A Collection of Weather Sayings, Proverbs & Rhymes

Buy all three volumes together to enjoy the complete Weather Lore collection in one convenient purchase. A delightful addition to the library of anyone interested in weather, folklore, natural history, and the traditions of the past.

From ancient times, people have looked to the skies for clues about the weather ahead. Hunters, shepherds, sailors, farmers, and country folk have long observed the Sun, Moon and stars, the drifting of clouds, the descending of mists, the presence of dew, and the coming of rain in their efforts to predict the changing seasons and the weather.

First published in 1893, Weather Lore is a charming, beautifully illustrated collection of traditional sayings, proverbs, and rhymes gathered from generations of observation around the world. Some have become familiar proverbs, others have taken the form of memorable rhymes, while many have been passed down by word of mouth as records of weather patterns and natural signs.

Reflecting humanity’s enduring fascination with the weather, these volumes explore the traditional wisdom that once helped guide daily life, agriculture, travel, and livelihoods. The observations they preserve offer a fascinating glimpse into how people have interpreted the natural world long before modern forecasting.

Whether watching clouds gather on the horizon or looking to the stars for signs of what lies ahead, Weather Lore celebrates a rich heritage of folklore, practical knowledge, and curiosity about the elements.