The Pyrotechnist's Treasury; Or, Complete Art of Making Fireworks

"The Pyrotechnist's Treasury; Or, Complete Art of Making Fireworks" by Thomas Kentish is a detailed manual offering a deep understanding of pyrotechnics, aimed at a wide range of readers from beginners to experts who want to learn about crafting fireworks. The author introduces the need for a detailed work like this. Kentish talks about how current publications are lacking and shows his goal to provide a helpful resource with practical advice gained from his time working with pyrotechnics. He starts with basic concepts like making Roman candles and rockets, highlighting safety and step-by-step procedures. As you start reading, you can tell that the book is going to be highly informative and focus on practical techniques.