A History Of Fireworks From Their Origins To The Present Day John Withington Reaktion Books Αγγλικά Βιβλία General Issues

This Book Illuminates The Glittering History Of Fireworks From Their Mysterious Beginnings To Dazzling Big-Budget Displays Today It Describes How They Enthralled World’s Royal Courts And Became A Sensation Across British Empire There Are Stories Innovations Like ‘Living Fireworks’ Fiercely Fought International Competitions Technology Behind Modern Showpieces Viewed By Millions Practitioners Say An Art Have Inspired Artists Shakespeare Handel Dickens Whistler Katy Perry But Withington Also Covers Practical Uses – Rescues At Sea Attempts Control Weather While Not Ignoring Dangers Accidents Or Efforts Make Them Safer Σελίδες: 336 Διαστάσεις: 15 6X15 6Cm