The observations of pressure and sea surface temperature are reinterpreted in the light of the relatively recent comprehension of the ENSO as an interaction of the ocean and atmosphere. ENSO is now understood to play a critical role in many of the extremes of climate, and the book is interspersed with examinations of the physical impacts of major ENSO phases (El Niño and La Niña).

• Comprehensive historical overview
• Synopsis of current theories and their development
• Oceanic, atmospheric and hydrological variable responses to ENSO
• ENSO Teleconnection patterns in historical records since 1871
• Annotated maps of climatic impacts during El Niño and La Niña events since 1871
• Global monthly gridded fields of mean sea level pressure and sea surface temperature anomalies since 1871
• A CD-ROM with additional maps and filters

"El Nino Southern Oscillation and Climatic Variability is, overall, an excellent book which introduces researchers, students and professional or other interested readers to the El Nino-southern oscillation (ENSO) phenomenon."
Neil Holbrook, Macquarie University (Australian Geographer, Vol. 29 No. 2, 1998)

"This text is a valuable contribution to the literature on the El Niño-Southern Oscillation because it contains not only an historical overview but also detailed description of the painstaking data collection and ENSO pattern..."
ECOMOD March 1997

"This bibliography is a great starting point for a new student...Overall, El Niño Southern Oscillation and Climatic Variability is an excellent reference. In an economic manner, it describes the broad aspects of the phenomena, and offers a valuable presentation of the latest relevant databases. The amount of color material presented is remarkable. I expect to make frequent use of this reference."
Thomas A Schroeder, Acting Director, Joint Institute for Marine and Atmospheric Research, University of Hawaii - and has lived through four El Niños in his time in Hawaii.

"This book and CD-ROM should be included on the shelves of those interested in Holocene timescales, at least as a reminder of the potential impact of short-term climate variability on society and the environment. It will also be an invaluable resource and database for a wider readership, including researchers and students in atmospheric, oceanic and environmental sciences, secondary teachers of geography and science, and social and environmental policy-makers. Given its reasonable price, the book and CD-ROM are highly recommended for individuals as well as libraries involved in Holocene research."
Simon Haberle, University of Cambridge, The Holocene 7,4(1997)

"…this atlas/CD will become a benchmark reference and data source for all those involved in climate and oceanographic research."
Roger Stone, Australian Meteorological Magazine June 1997