Pyrotechnics: The History and Art of Firework Making

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Brock, Alan St. H. (Alan St. Hill), 1886-1956

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Pyrotechnics: The History and Art of Firework Making" by Alan St. H. Brock is a detailed historical account written in the early 20th century. The book explores the origins and development of pyrotechny, or firework-making, from ancient times to the modern era, emphasizing both the artistry and technical aspects of the craft. Through its examination of cultural significance and historical events, the work sheds light on fireworks' impressive ability to captivate audiences across generations. At the start of the book, Brock sets the stage by discussing the cultural significance of fireworks, posing questions about their role in society and their artistic merit compared to other forms of entertainment. He introduces pyrotechny as an ancient art form, arguing that it predates the invention of gunpowder and that its origins can be traced back to the use of natural compounds in early civilizations. Through illustrations and historical anecdotes, the opening portion of the book lays the groundwork for a detailed exploration of firework-making, highlighting its evolution from primitive beginnings to the elaborate displays seen in later historical periods. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Robert Tonsing and The Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net

Notes:

Reading ease score: 52.8 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.

Release date is 2021-03-25