Cartographical Survey: Atlas of Australian resources, Third Series. Vol. 4

Summary

This is a review of the Atlas of Australian Resources, Third Series, Volume 4, Climate, published in 1986. The atlas provides a balanced account of Australia's climate, covering key elements such as rainfall, sunshine, temperature, humidity, and wind, with a dedicated section on 'Climate and People' that highlights the significance of climatic data in relation to human activities. The work employs medians and percentiles rather than arithmetic means to better represent climatic extremes, and is enriched with apt photographs and clear maps. While some data presentations demand considerable concentration from readers, the atlas overall upholds the high standards of content and presentation characteristic of the series, serving as an authoritative reference on Australian climate.