The Story of the Cotton Plant is a historical book written by Frederick Wilkinson in 1898. The book provides a detailed account of the history and cultivation of cotton plants from their origins in ancient times to their widespread use in the modern world. The author explores the various methods of cultivating cotton, including the use of slaves in the American South, and the impact that the cotton industry had on the global economy. The book also delves into the social and political implications of cotton production, ...
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The Story of the Cotton Plant is a historical book written by Frederick Wilkinson in 1898. The book provides a detailed account of the history and cultivation of cotton plants from their origins in ancient times to their widespread use in the modern world. The author explores the various methods of cultivating cotton, including the use of slaves in the American South, and the impact that the cotton industry had on the global economy. The book also delves into the social and political implications of cotton production, including the role of cotton in the American Civil War and the impact of cotton on the lives of workers in countries such as India and Egypt. The Story of the Cotton Plant is a comprehensive and informative account of the history and significance of this important crop.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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