The cotton kingdom

a traveller's observations on cotton and slavery in the American slave states

Autori

• Frederick Law Olmsted

Parametri

• 388 pagine
• 14 ore di lettura

• Educazione, istruzione
• Mappe e viaggi
• Saggistica
• Storia
• Turismo / Viaggi

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Focusing on the intertwined themes of cotton production and slavery, this work presents a traveler's insights into the American slave states during the 19th century. The observations highlight the economic and social dynamics of the cotton industry and its reliance on enslaved labor, offering a critical perspective on the implications of these practices. This reprint preserves the original 1861 edition's historical significance and provides valuable context for understanding the era's complex issues.

Lingua: Inglese

Pubblicato: 2017

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