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A History of Fireworks from Their Origins to the Present Day

A History of Fireworks from Their Origins to the Present Day

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Publisher's Synopsis

Bursting with images from across time, a sparkling chronicle of rockets, pinwheels, and more.
 
This book illuminates the glittering history of fireworks, from their mysterious beginnings to the dazzling big-budget displays of today. It describes how they enthralled the world's royal courts and became a sensation across the British Empire. There are stories of innovations like "living fireworks," fiercely fought international competitions, and the technology behind modern showpieces viewed by millions. Practitioners say fireworks are an art, and they have inspired artists from Shakespeare, Handel, Dickens, and Whistler to Katy Perry. But John Withington also covers fireworks' practical uses-rescues at sea, attempts to control the weather-while not ignoring their dangers, accidents, or efforts to make them safer.

About the Publisher

Reaktion Books

Reaktion originally focused on the fields of art, architecture and design - its first book was Ian Hamilton Finlay: A Visual Primer by Yves Abrioux. In recent years Reaktion's list has broadened substantially, and now also encompasses animal studies, Asian art and culture, biography, cultural studies, current events, fashion, film, food history, geography, general history, music, philosophy, photography, politics, sports history and travel writing. Reaktion now produces around 80 new titles each year, and has about 600 titles in print.

Book information

ISBN: 9781789149357
Publisher: Reaktion Books
Imprint: Reaktion Books
Pub date:
Language: English
Number of pages: 336
Weight: 682g
Height: 240mm
Width: 165mm
Spine width: 31mm