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100	1		_aMortimer, G. W.
245	1	2	_aA manual of pyrotechny
264		1	_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2019
300			_a1 online resource : _bmultiple file formats
336			_atext _btxt _2rdacontent
337			_acomputer _bc _2rdamedia
338			_aonline resource _bcr _2rdacarrier
500			_aRelease date is 2019-01-22
508			_aProduced by John Campbell and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
520			_a"A Manual of Pyrotechny; or, A Familiar System of Recreative Fire-works" by G. W. Mortimer is a manual focused on the art of creating fireworks, written in the early 19th century. The work serves as a comprehensive guide for enthusiasts seeking to understand the principles and safety measures of firework construction, emphasizing recreational displays rather than military applications. The manual aims to provide clear instructions and practical advice for individuals interested in experimenting with pyrotechnics for personal enjoyment. The opening portion of the manual outlines the author's intent to fill a gap in pyrotechnic literature by providing a user-friendly resource for those new to the subject. It discusses the historical context of fireworks, touches on the essential materials and apparatus required for their creation, and emphasizes the safety aspects of handling fire-related materials. Mortimer highlights the desire to make the art of fireworks accessible to a broader audience, ensuring that even those without a scientific background can engage with and appreciate this captivating form of entertainment. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534			_nOriginal publication data not identified
653			_aFireworks
856	4	0	_uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/58756
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