Download or read book Fireworks written by Simon Werrett and published by University of Chicago Press. This book was released on 2010-05 with total page 387 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Fireworks are synonymous with celebration in the twenty-first century. But pyrotechnics—in the form of rockets, crackers, wheels, and bombs—have exploded in sparks and noise to delight audiences in Europe ever since the Renaissance. Here, Simon Werrett shows that, far from being only a means of entertainment, fireworks helped foster advances in natural philosophy, chemistry, mathematics, and many other branches of the sciences. Fireworks brings to vibrant life the many artful practices of pyrotechnicians, as well as the elegant compositions of the architects, poets, painters, and musicians they inspired. At the same time, it uncovers the dynamic relationships that developed between the many artists and scientists who produced pyrotechnics. In so doing, the book demonstrates the critical role that pyrotechnics played in the development of physics, astronomy, chemistry and physiology, meteorology, and electrical science. Richly illustrated and drawing on a wide range of new sources, Fireworks takes readers back to a world where pyrotechnics were both divine and magical and reveals for the first time their vital contribution to the modernization of European ideas.
Download or read book Pyrotechnia Or a Discourse of Artificial Fire Works 1635 written by John Babington and published by . This book was released on 2009-02-01 with total page 92 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: When this book was first published in 1635, fireworks were a relative novelty in the western world - although invented by the Chinese in ancient times. The author, 'an inferior gunner' in the military service of Charles I, wrote his treatise on making fireworks for pleasure to please his superior officer, the Earl of Newport, Master of the King's Ordnance, to whom it is fulsomely dedicated. Babington writes in a clear 'how to' style, and includes instructions - and delightful diagrams and illustrations - on making and lighting many types of fireworks familiar to us today, including rockets and Catherine wheels. There are many more elaborate fireworks listed too, including instructions for making a Royal coat of arms in fire; and directions for staging a duel between a St George and a fire-breathing dragon. One of the oldest titles ever published by the Naval & Military Press, this beautifully illustrated and instructive volume well-deserves its accolade by fireworks expert Chris Phillips as 'The most important work in the bibliography of fireworks'.
Download or read book Pyrotechnics the History and Art of Firework Making written by Alan St. Hill Brock and published by . This book was released on 1922 with total page 304 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book A Bibliography of Firework Books written by Chris Philip and published by . This book was released on 1985 with total page 226 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Over 600 entries representing more than 250 authors.
Download or read book Incendiary Art written by Kevin Salatino and published by Getty Publications. This book was released on 1998-01-15 with total page 124 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Festivities such as those exalting the court of Louis XIV, the celebration of James II's London coronation, and the commemoration of the peace celebrations of 1749 at The Hague culminated in dazzling pyrotechnical displays. These were in turn reproduced as prints, paintings, and narrative descriptions. This unique book examines the propagandistic and rhetorical functions these printed records came to serve as vehicles of aesthetic, cultural, and emotional significance.
Download or read book Artificial Fireworks written by Robert Jones (Captain) and published by . This book was released on 1776 with total page 234 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Pyrotechnia Or Artificiall Fire Works written by John Babington and published by . This book was released on 1971 with total page 102 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Pyrotechnist s Treasury written by Thomas Kentish and published by Stephen Ashley. This book was released on 2012-11 with total page 180 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Pyrotechnist's Treasury: A Guide to Making Fireworks and Pyrotechnics A Classic Guide to the Making of Fireworks and Pyrotechnics: Includes; Roman Candles: Rockets: Tourbillions: Crackers: Maroons: Lances: Shells: Montgolfier Balloons: Winged Rockets: Bursting Fire: Starting Fire: Wheel and Fixed Case: Squib and Serpent: Pinwheel: Saxon: 'The extensive use of these colours, from their beauty and variety, for stars and lancework, has very materially altered the class of fireworks, and necessitates the employment of an enormous quantity of quick-match. The preparation of this is one of the most disagreeable parts of Pyrotechny, besides demanding a great amount of manipulative skill. Most amateurs are deterred from attempting to manufacture it, and so have to content themselves with only the simplest pieces'. If you have an interest in pyrotechnics and their history then this publication is a gold mine of information, and is a must have for fireworks enthusiasts and historians.
Download or read book Pyrotechnics written by George Washington Weingart and published by . This book was released on 1947 with total page 262 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Pub. 1937 under title: Dictionary and manual of pyrotechny; 1939 under title: Pyrotechny; a practical manual for manufacturers of fireworks, signals, flares and pyrotechnic displays; 1943 under title: Pyrotechnics, civil and military.
Download or read book The Chemistry of Fireworks written by Michael S. Russell and published by Royal Society of Chemistry. This book was released on 2009 with total page 193 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Aimed A level students, this book discusses the theory of fireworks in terms of well-known scientific concepts wherever possible, in a concise and easy to understand style."
Download or read book The Chemistry of Fireworks written by Michael S Russell and published by Royal Society of Chemistry. This book was released on 2007-10-31 with total page 136 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: For centuries fireworks have been a source of delight and amazement in cultures around the world. But what produces their dazzling array of effects? This book takes you behind the scenes to explore the chemistry and physics behind the art of pyrotechnics. Topics covered include history and characteristics of gunpowder; principles behind each of the most popular firework types: rockets, shells, fountains, sparklers, bangers, roman candles and wheels; special effects, including sound effects, coloured smokes and electrical firing; firework safety for private use and displays; and firework legislation. The Chemistry of Fireworks is aimed at students with A level qualifications or equivalent. The style is concise and easy to understand, and the theory of fireworks is discussed in terms of well-known scientific concepts wherever possible. It will also be a useful source of reference for anyone studying pyrotechnics as applied to fireworks. Review Extracts "a worthwhile addition to the pyrotechnist's library" Fireworks "a useful source of information which makes absorbing reading."" Angewandte Chemie, International Edition.
Download or read book Artificial Fireworks Improved to the Modern Practice from the Minutest to the Highest Branches written by Robert Jones and published by Palala Press. This book was released on 2018-02-15 with total page 232 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
Download or read book Pyrotechnics The History and Art of Firework Making written by Alan St. Hill Brock and published by . This book was released on 2021 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Artificial Fireworks Improved to the Modern Practice written by Robert Jones and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2018-05-02 with total page 208 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This special re-print edition of Captain Robert Jones' book "Artificial Fireworks" is a historic guide to the manufacture of fireworks. Written in 1776, this classic text provides insight into everything a person would wish to know about the early manufacture of fireworks, as well as how to make and use them. Included are details on making early fireworks such as Sky Rockets, Amber Lights, Brilliant Fire, Red Fire, Silver Rain, Chinese Fire, Stars, White Fountains, Fire Globes, Swans and Ducks, Chinese Flyers, Moon and Seven Stars and many more that were once used for celebrations, as well as in warfare. A real treasury on the history and early manufacture of fireworks, as well as how they were utilized. One of the only books of its kind. Note: This edition is a perfect facsimile of the original edition and is not set in a modern typeface. As a result, some type characters and images might suffer from slight imperfections or minor shadows in the page background. Disclaimer: Firework manufacture is not only heavily regulated, but also dangerous. This work is strictly intended to be of historical interest only. As the reader, please consider it your duty to become familiar with local, state, provincial and federal laws relating to the subject matter contained herein before attempting to utilize any of the information presented. As the author, publisher and retailer cannot control how the reader utilizes the historical information presented in the pages herein, they hereby disclaim any liability to any party for any loss, damage, disruption, harm or other liability that may be incurred by the reader's misuse of this material.
Download or read book Pyrotechnics written by George W. Weingart and published by . This book was released on 1947 with total page 244 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Pyrotechnics written by Alexander Paul Hardt and published by . This book was released on 2001 with total page 494 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
