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John Withington, "A History of Fireworks from: Their Origins to the Present Day" (Reaktion, 2024)

New Books in Science, Technology, and Society

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The Multifunctional Legacy of Fireworks in Society

This chapter explores the historical and innovative applications of fireworks beyond entertainment, including military uses and lifesaving maritime technology. It emphasizes how these inventions have impacted fields such as weather modification and agriculture.

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