Storm: Chasing Nature's Wildest Weather
Hank Schyma
Oct 2025 · Sold by Penguin
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A thrilling introduction to the world of storms, told in the unmistakable voice of Hank Schyma.
Over three decades of storm chasing, Hank Schyma has witnessed some of planet Earth’s most incredible weather shows. STORM brings together the very best of his work, featuring dramatic photography, unforgettable stories from the road and clear, engaging explanations of the science behind the storms.
Inside this book you’ll find:
Whether you’re a long-time fan of Hank’s or simply curious about what makes our weather so wild, STORM invites you into Hank’s world: a place of big skies, bigger energy, and a lifelong fascination with nature at its most extreme.
Looking for the perfect photography book, nature book or weather book? STORM will astonish you with every page.
Over three decades of storm chasing, Hank Schyma has witnessed some of planet Earth’s most incredible weather shows. STORM brings together the very best of his work, featuring dramatic photography, unforgettable stories from the road and clear, engaging explanations of the science behind the storms.
Inside this book you’ll find:
- Thrilling stories from decades of chasing storms across the US and beyond, including behind-the-scenes accounts of record-breaking tornadoes and incredible lightning shows
- Detailed graphics and clear, accessible breakdowns of the science behind the spectacle, from how hurricanes form to what makes a tornado spin
- A collection of Hank’s out-of-this-world storm and nature photography, showcasing everything from epic lightning bolts to massive supercells
- Chapters covering thunderstorms, lightning, transient luminous events (TLEs), supercells, tornadoes, and tropical cyclones
Whether you’re a long-time fan of Hank’s or simply curious about what makes our weather so wild, STORM invites you into Hank’s world: a place of big skies, bigger energy, and a lifelong fascination with nature at its most extreme.
Looking for the perfect photography book, nature book or weather book? STORM will astonish you with every page.
A thrilling introduction to the world of storms, told in the unmistakable voice of Hank Schyma.
Over three decades of storm chasing, Hank Schyma has witnessed some of planet Earth’s most incredible weather shows. STORM brings together the very best of his work, featuring dramatic photography, un...
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M. Gustafson
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January 24, 2026
Great writing, understandable explanations, and as you'd expect from "Pecos Hank," absolutely fantastic photos! This book's an instant favorite, as well as a go-to reference! Thanks, Hank!
About the author
Also known as “Pecos Hank” (@pecoshank), Hank Schyma is a renowned storm chaser and filmmaker known for his stunning weather photography, nature documentaries, and educational science videos. Over three decades of chasing storms, he has documented some of the world’s most extreme tornadoes and thunderstorms and is credited with the discovery of the “green ghost,” a rare upper-atmospheric electrical discharge.
Also known as “Pecos Hank” (@pecoshank), Hank Schyma is a renowned storm chaser and filmmaker known for his stunning weather photography, nature documentaries, and educational science videos. Over three decades of chasing storms, he has documented some of the world’s most extreme tornadoes and th...
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