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The Cotton Mills Of South Carolina

The Cotton Mills Of South Carolina

Paperback

Business General20th Century United States HistoryFiction Anthologies

ISBN10: 1163090743
ISBN13: 9781163090749
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 232
Weight: 0.70
Height: 0.49 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Cotton Mills of South Carolina by August Kohn is a comprehensive historical account of the textile industry in South Carolina during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The book delves into the economic, social, and political factors that led to the rise of cotton mills in the state, as well as the impact of this industry on the lives of workers and their communities.Kohn provides an in-depth analysis of the various stages of cotton production, from the cultivation of the crop to the manufacturing of finished goods. He also explores the role of technological advancements in the industry, such as the introduction of the power loom and the use of steam power.The book highlights the struggles of the working class in the cotton mills, including long hours, low wages, and dangerous working conditions. Kohn examines the efforts of labor unions and reformers to improve these conditions, as well as the resistance of mill owners and politicians to these efforts.Overall, The Cotton Mills of South Carolina offers a comprehensive and insightful look into the history of the textile industry in the state, shedding light on the complex economic and social factors that shaped this important chapter in South Carolina's history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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