Empire Of Cotton: A Global History by Sven Beckert
"Empire of Cotton" by Sven Beckert is a comprehensive global history of cotton, exploring its impact on the world economy, politics, and society from the 18th century to the present day. Beckert argues that cotton played a crucial role in the development of capitalism, colonialism, and imperialism, and that its production and trade were intimately linked to the exploitation of labor, the growth of slavery, and the rise of industrialization. The book offers a fascinating and thought-provoking perspective on the complex and often violent history of cotton and its enduring legacy in the modern world.
The 8542nd greatest book of all time
- Published
- 2014
- Nationality
- American
- Type
- Fiction
- Pages
- 640
- Words
- 139,000
- Original Language
- English
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