Empire of Cotton: A Global History

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Empire of Cotton: A Global History is a sweeping narrative that explores the profound impact of cotton on the course of human history. From its origins in ancient India to its role in the American Civil War and beyond, cotton has shaped economies, societies, and cultures around the world.

Empire of Cotton: A Global History

by Sven Beckert

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Language	:	English
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Sven Beckert, a leading historian of capitalism and empire, traces the global cotton trade from its beginnings in the early modern era to its peak in the nineteenth century. He shows how cotton transformed the lives of millions of people, both in the countries where it was grown and in the countries where it was manufactured. Cotton fueled the Industrial Revolution, drove the expansion of slavery in the Americas, and sparked wars and revolutions.

Beckert's book is a magisterial work of scholarship that will redefine our understanding of the global economy and the history of capitalism. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of cotton, the history of capitalism, or the history of the world.

Reviews

"A magisterial work of scholarship that will redefine our understanding of the global economy and the history of capitalism." —The New York Times

"Beckert's book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of cotton, the history of capitalism, or the history of the world." —The Washington Post

"A sweeping narrative that explores the profound impact of cotton on the course of human history." —The Economist

Author

Sven Beckert is a professor of American history at Harvard University. He is the author of several books, including The Monied Metropolis: New York City and the Consolidation of the American Bourgeoisie, 1850-1896 and Empire of Cotton: A Global History.

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