In 1846; political economist Karl Marx wrote that "without cotton; you have no modern industry." Indeed; before the American Civil War; cotton brought wealth; power and prosperity to both America and Europe. Giant industries in the northern U.S.; extensive shipping networks up and down the Atlantic Coast and to Europe; new inventions and revised applications of old machines--all sprang from the success of King Cotton. This thoughtful study traces the impact of southern cotton on most of the important facets of life in antebellum America; including employment; international relations; agriculture; shipping; the U.S. economy; Native American relations; and the subjugation of humans. This one plant fashioned the way of life of the South and profoundly affected the destiny of the entire American people.
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Excellent historical recordBy Nelson Antonio DenisChristopher Bell authored several excellent histories on East Harlem culture; politics; history and family life. EAST HARLEM REMEMBERED is a well-crafted addition to this historical record.For over ten years; Bell has devoted himself to preserving the history of this vibrant New York neighborhood. His skills as a historian; researcher; and lifelong resident of East Harlem shine through in EAST HARLEM REMEMBERED - a book to read; reflect upon; and pass on to your grandchildren.
