Publisher's Synopsis
A Practical Treatise On The Fabrication Of Matches, Gun Cotton, Colored Fires And Fulminating Powders is a book written by Hippolyte Dussauce and first published in 1864. The book is a comprehensive guide to the manufacturing processes of matches, gun cotton, colored fires, and fulminating powders. It includes detailed instructions on the materials and equipment needed for each process, as well as safety precautions that must be taken during the fabrication process. The book also provides historical context and discusses the various uses of these materials, including their use in warfare and pyrotechnics. This book is a valuable resource for those interested in the history of chemistry and the development of modern explosives and pyrotechnics.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
