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This book explores the development of explosive substances, from gunpowder to nitro-glycerine and beyond. The author analyses the historical context of their discovery and manufacture, and their subsequent regulation in response to accidents and disasters. The book also examines the evolving legal framework governing the production, storage, transportation, and importation of explosives, highlighting the challenges and controversies surrounding these dangerous substances. Through a comprehensive examination of primary sources, the book sheds light on the complex relationship between scientific innovation, public safety, and the legal system, offering valuable insights into the history of explosives and their impact on society.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book explores the development of explosive substances, from gunpowder to nitro-glycerine and beyond. The author analyses the historical context of their discovery and manufacture, and their subsequent regulation in response to accidents and disasters. The book also examines the evolving legal framework governing the production, storage, transportation, and importation of explosives, highlighting the challenges and controversies surrounding these dangerous substances. Through a comprehensive examination of primary sources, the book sheds light on the complex relationship between scientific innovation, public safety, and the legal system, offering valuable insights into the history of explosives and their impact on society. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781333497811_0
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