The practical pyromaniac
William Gurstelle
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The practical pyromaniac
Published
2011
Publisher
Chicago Review Press, Incorporated
Pages
224
ISBN-13
9781569768877
Description
"Combining science, history, and DIY pyrotechnics, this book for the workbench warrior explains humankind's most useful and paradoxical tool: fire. William Gurstelle, author of the bestselling Backyard Ballistics, presents 25 projects with instructions, diagrams, photos, and links to video demonstrations that enable people of all ages to explore and safely play with fire. From Franklin's stove to Diesel's engine, explosive and fascinating tales are told of the great pyromaniacs who scientifically revealed the mysteries of fire such as "Gunpowder" Joseph Priestly, who discovered oxygen; Antoine Lavoisier, the father of chemistry; and Humphrey Davy, whose chemical discoveries and fiery inventions saved thousands of lives. By following the directions inside, the curious can replicate these breakthrough scientists' experiments and inventions from the simply fascinating one-candlepower engine to the nearly magical fire piston and an incredible tornado of fire"--
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in The practical pyromaniac?
This edition of The practical pyromaniac has approximately 224 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read The practical pyromaniac?
For most readers, The practical pyromaniac typically takes between 4h 40m and 3h 7m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 56,000 words and common reading speeds.
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What is the word count of The practical pyromaniac?
The estimated word count for The practical pyromaniac is approximately 56,000 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
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Who is the author of The practical pyromaniac?
The practical pyromaniac was written by William Gurstelle.
When was The practical pyromaniac published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 2011. The original work may have been published on a different date.