A System of Pyrotechny ... designed for exhibition and for war
- Full contemporary calf.
- Philadelphia: Clara F Cutbush, 1825
Philadelphia: Clara F Cutbush, 1825. First Edition.. Full contemporary calf.. Fair; binding worn with boards detached; internally some moderate spotting and toning.. 8vo, xliv, 612 pp. + one plate of rocket designs.
Cole describes this as a systematic and comprehensive work that is based upon careful experiment and extensive reading. The central part of the book contains a detailed discussion of the substances used in the manufacture of explosives, munitions, and fireworks. Rink #2158; Cole #317.
Cole describes this as a systematic and comprehensive work that is based upon careful experiment and extensive reading. The central part of the book contains a detailed discussion of the substances used in the manufacture of explosives, munitions, and fireworks. Rink #2158; Cole #317.
Details
Title
A System of Pyrotechny ... designed for exhibition and for war
Author
Cutbush, J
Binding
Full contemporary calf.
Condition
Good
Publisher
Clara F Cutbush: Philadelphia
Date
1825
Edition
First Edition.