""A Practical Treatise On The Fabrication Of Matches, Gun Cotton, Colored Fires And Fulminating Powders"" is a book written by Hippolyte Dussauce in 1864. The book is a comprehensive guide on how to create various types of explosives and pyrotechnics. It includes detailed instructions on how to make matches, gun cotton, colored fires, and fulminating powders. The book also provides information on the history and chemistry of these materials, as well as safety precautions that should be taken when working with them. This book is an important historical document that sheds light on the development of explosives and pyrotechnics during the mid-19th century. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of science and technology, as well as those interested in the practical applications of chemistry.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.