Schiffer Publishing Ltd., is pleased to announce the release of “The Book of Great American Firecrackers: Cherry Bombs, M-80s, Cannon Crackers, and More,” a book specifically designed for those interested in explosions, antics, and nostalgia involving the manufacturing of firecrackers and those who enjoyed them.
This is the first book of its kind to focus on U.S. firecrackers. Many pyrobilia guides cover Chinese firecrackers, but the U.S. history on the subject is just as colorful, from fireworks’ inception into American celebrations as a replacement for dangerous celebratory gun and cannon fire, until the final federal ban with the Child Protection Act of 1966. Fireworks made the Fourth of July the best holiday ever, especially for generations of boys. Beginning with a brief history of the firecracker and how it came to America, the book details the types the U.S. produced - a wide array, from Cherry Bombs and Silver Salutes to Ash Cans and Torpedoes. Also covered is how the U.S. Industrial Revolution impacted fireworks, as well as the innovations throughout the American industry, from its successes to factory disasters.
The 96 page book has 183 color and black and white images.
For ordering information on this timely release (near July 4th), visit www.schifferbooks.com.

About the Author
Jack Nash is a musician, artist, and writer. He began collecting firework labels at a very early age, and eventually became a licensed pyrotechnician. Active in the entertainment field, Jack has developed special indoor pyrotechnic effects for the stage.

About the Publisher
Schiffer Publishing, Ltd. is a family-owned, independent publisher of high-quality books. Since 1974, Schiffer has published thousands of titles on the diverse subjects that fuel our readers' passions. From our traditional subjects of antiques and collectibles, arts and crafts, and military history, Schiffer has expanded its catalog to publish books on contemporary art and artists; architecture and design; food and entertaining; the metaphysical, paranormal and folklore; and pop and fringe culture, as well as books for children.