A System of Pyrotechny, Comprehending the Theory and Practice, with the Application of Chemistry; Designed for Exhibition and for War.

Cutbush, James

Published by Clara Cutbush, 1825

About this Item

VG in contemporary leather, TGS. Early prior owner's mark on FEP. Front board 1/3 split from spine but still very much attached. Clara F. Cutbush: Philadelphia 1825 TP+xlii+612+1Pl+ii. 23cms. J.B. Barkley in Pyrotechnica no.5 (Oct.1979) says:- 'This voluminous treasure discusses every aspect of pyrotechny, both civilian and military, known to the author at the time. Cutbush obviously consulted every contemporary book and journal, domestic and foreign, dealing with pyrotechny to prepare such an exhaustive and scholarly work; every little detail was set down. The book is a landmark, not only in the general history of pyrotechny, but especially as the first major American contribution to the literature of fireworks.' A System of Pyrotechny was published posthumously by his wife, Clara. References: Brock. Du Pont. CP. Rink 2158, Philip C120.1.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: A System of Pyrotechny, Comprehending the Theory and Practice, with the Application of Chemistry; Designed for Exhibition and for War.
• Publisher: Clara Cutbush
• Publication Date: 1825
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition: 1st Edition
• Condition: Very Good
• Seller catalogs:
  • Pyrotechnics