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Empire of Cotton: A Global History

Pulitzer Prize finalist; cotton caused modern capitalism

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Kate
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The cotton industry truly changed our country into what it is today. It triggered the rise of modern capitalism, the ongoing racial tensions and biases, and the continuing wealth inequality. Cotton also helped make the US into the global economic superpower that it is today. Beckert does a great job of delving into this complex industry, it's history and con… See more