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Cotton Kingdom
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Civil War Period (1850-1877)General World HistoryRegional: South
ISBN13: 9781020308055
Publisher: Legare Street Pr
Published: Jul 18 2023
Pages: 400
Weight: 1.62
Height: 0.88 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
This book is a travelogue and social commentary of the American South during the mid-19th century, written by the famous landscape architect Frederick Law Olmsted. It provides a vivid portrayal of life in the region, focusing on the cotton industry and the institution of slavery. The book is a fascinating insight into a pivotal period of American history.
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