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The Cotton Kingdom: A Chronicle Of The Old South (1919)

The Cotton Kingdom: A Chronicle Of The Old South (1919)

Dodd, William Edward

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Historical FiguresFiction AnthologiesGeneral World History

ISBN10: 1168062527
ISBN13: 9781168062529
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 168
Weight: 0.51
Height: 0.36 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Cotton Kingdom: A Chronicle Of The Old South is a historical book written by William Edward Dodd in 1919. The book provides a comprehensive account of the antebellum South, focusing on the role of cotton in the region's economy and society. Dodd examines the origins and growth of the cotton industry, the slave labor that fueled it, and the political and social consequences of its dominance.The book begins with an overview of the early history of the South, including the settlement of the region by Europeans and the development of the plantation system. Dodd then explores the rise of cotton as the dominant crop in the South and its impact on the region's economy, culture, and politics. He describes the growth of the slave trade and the brutal treatment of enslaved people, as well as the resistance and rebellion that arose in response to this oppression.Throughout the book, Dodd provides detailed accounts of the lives and experiences of both white and black Southerners, from wealthy plantation owners to enslaved laborers. He also examines the political and social tensions that ultimately led to the Civil War and the end of slavery.Overall, The Cotton Kingdom is a thorough and engaging exploration of the antebellum South, offering insights into the complex and often painful history of the region.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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