The book "Medium-Range Weather Prediction" offers a comprehensive analysis of the development and challenges faced by the European Centre for Medium-Range Weather Forecasts. It highlights the founding history of this institution, which was established thirty years ago to extend weather forecasting beyond the two to three-day range. In the political climate of 1960s Europe, the Centre was created with the aim of pooling the scientific and technical resources of member states and utilizing the most powerful computers available. The book describes the political, scientific, and financial discussions that led to the drafting of the convention and provides insights into the development of the Centre, which quickly established itself as a global leader in its field. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in meteorology and the history of weather forecasting.