Written by the leading academics in the field, Fluid Dynamics of the Mid-Latitude Atmosphere provides a comprehensive approach to atmospheric dynamics. Rooted in the highly successful research activities of the Reading Department of Meteorology, the text uses tried and tested teaching methods and contains an independent bibliography and set of student exercises in each chapter. Combining high level data from research papers with the accessibility of experienced teaching practice, this is a comprehensive textbook for final year undergraduate, masters level and graduate students.