{"product_id":"9781789149357","title":"A History of Fireworks from Their Origins to the Present Day","description":"Author: John Withington\u003cbr\u003eISBN: 9781789149357\u003cbr\u003ePublisher: Reaktion Books\u003cbr\u003eYear first published: 01 Nov 2024\u003cbr\u003ePages: 336\u003cbr\u003eFormat: Hardback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis 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 \u0026amp;#x27;living fireworks,\u0026amp;#x27; 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.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ships in 10 to 15 days","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46857103212702,"sku":"ADS-9781789149357","price":49.78,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0400\/9043\/5742\/files\/9781789149357.jpg?v=1779154396","url":"https:\/\/classicbargains.com.au\/products\/9781789149357","provider":"Classic Bargains Australia","version":"1.0","type":"link"}