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A resource for those curious to know the names of the fireworks that light up the Summertime skies…Every summer, the evening sky becomes a dark canvas awaiting the brilliant spectacle of fireworks. But as you watch the magnificent display of colorful characters explode overhead, do you know the names of the fireworks that take a bow to the “oohs” and “aahs” of the crowd?
Covering everything from the Brocade Crown to a Willow,
The Fireworks Field Guide is a resource for anyone intrigued to know the names of each member of the fireworks family. With original illustrations and descriptions identifying each blast, fireworks fans will discover the names and distinguishing characteristics of each beautiful burst that explodes across the nighttime sky. They’ll also learn about the origin of aerial fireworks and how they are used around the globe to mark cultural and historical celebrations.
The Fireworks Field Guide is an introduction to the personalities that light up the summer for anyone who wants to attach a name to the brilliant displays they “ooh” and “aah.”
List of contents
Introduction
Aerial Fireworks Yesterday & Today
Fireworks in the Field...or Sky:
• Bouquet
• Brocade Crown
• Chrysanthemum
• Crackle
• Crossette
• Coconut
• Comets
• Dahlia
• Dragon Egg
• Falling Leaves
• Fish
• Glitter
• Hummer
• Jelly Fish
• Mine (Pot a Feu)
• Palm Tree
• Peony
• Ring
• Salute
• Silver Dragon
• Spider
• Spiral
• Snowflake
• Strobe
• Timerain
• Waterfall (Horsetail)
• Wave
• Whirlwind
• Whistle
• Willow
Fireworks Traditions & Celebrations Around the World
About the author
An enthusiastic fireworks fan from his earliest childhood, Myles Thomas has spent his life traveling to fireworks celebrations and private “shoots” around the world. He continues to check off key locations on his Fireworks Bucket List, including London, Australia, France, and Disney World. He currently lives in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, with his family.
Summary
A resource for those curious to know the names of the fireworks that light up the Summertime skies…
Every summer, the evening sky becomes a dark canvas awaiting the brilliant spectacle of fireworks. But as you watch the magnificent display of colorful characters explode overhead, do you know the names of the fireworks that take a bow to the “oohs” and “aahs” of the crowd?
Covering everything from the Brocade Crown to a Willow, The Fireworks Field Guide is a resource for anyone intrigued to know the names of each member of the fireworks family. With original illustrations and descriptions identifying each blast, fireworks fans will discover the names and distinguishing characteristics of each beautiful burst that explodes across the nighttime sky. They’ll also learn about the origin of aerial fireworks and how they are used around the globe to mark cultural and historical celebrations.
The Fireworks Field Guide is an introduction to the personalities that light up the summer for anyone who wants to attach a name to the brilliant displays they “ooh” and “aah”.
