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Economic History Of Virginia In The Seventeenth Century V1

Economic History Of Virginia In The Seventeenth Century V1

Bruce, Philip Alexander

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Economics20th Century United States HistoryFiction Anthologies

ISBN10: 1163414344
ISBN13: 9781163414347
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 656
Weight: 2.48
Height: 1.56 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The book Economic History of Virginia in the Seventeenth Century V1 by Philip Alexander Bruce is a comprehensive study of the economic development of the Virginia colony during the 17th century. The author provides a detailed account of the various economic activities that took place in Virginia during this period, including agriculture, trade, and manufacturing. He also explores the impact of slavery on the economy and the role of the government in promoting economic growth.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a specific aspect of the economy. The author begins by discussing the early years of the colony, when the settlers struggled to establish a viable agricultural economy. He then goes on to examine the growth of the tobacco industry, which became the dominant economic activity in Virginia by the end of the century.In addition to tobacco, the author also discusses other important crops such as corn, wheat, and rice. He examines the role of trade in the economy, including the export of tobacco to England and the import of goods from other colonies and Europe. The book also covers the development of manufacturing industries such as ironworking, shipbuilding, and textiles.One of the main themes of the book is the impact of slavery on the economy. The author explores the growth of the slave trade and the role of enslaved people in the production of tobacco and other crops. He also discusses the impact of slavery on the social and political structure of Virginia.Overall, Economic History of Virginia in the Seventeenth Century V1 is a comprehensive and detailed study of the economic development of the Virginia colony during the 17th century. It provides valuable insights into the challenges and opportunities faced by the settlers as they worked to establish a viable economy in a new and unfamiliar land.In Two volumes. An Inquiry Into The Material Condition Of The People, Based Upon Original And Contemporaneous Records.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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