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A History of Transportation in the Eastern Cotton Belt to 1860,Used
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A History of Transportation in the Eastern Cotton Belt to 1860 (1908) was Southern historian Ulrich Bonnell Phillips's first major monograph and has stood for over a century as one of the principal studies of transportation in the antebellum South. In this work Phillips (18771934) used a detailed exploration of the development of the railroad systems in Georgia and South Carolina to probe the structure, accomplishments, and limitations of the antebellum southern economy.If railroads represented an outstanding accomplishment of the South, Phillips argued, the railroads also demonstrated the limits of the antebellum economy. Although railroads were essential to the South's livelihood, the technological revolution did not transform the region or liberate it from the the cotton and slavebased economy that Phillips believed stunted its growth. Phillips asserted that slavery "locked up" capital, which could not then be released for other types of development. Therefore he saw southern railroads chiefly as an improvement in carrying staple goods to the coast a traditional economic systemrather than dynamically contributing to the region's evolution and diversification. This Southern Classics edition includes a new introduction by Aaron W. Marrs that chronicles the circumstances surrounding Phillips's writing of this book and illustrates how contemporary historians continue to debate the social and economic issues Phillips raised.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'A History of Transportation in the Eastern Cotton Belt to 1860'? A: The book primarily explores the development and impact of railroads in South Carolina and Georgia before the Civil War, analyzing their influence on the antebellum Southern economy.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author is Ulrich Bonnell Phillips, a Southern historian known for his contributions to the study of transportation and economy in the South.
- Q: What type of book is 'A History of Transportation in the Eastern Cotton Belt to 1860'? A: It is a historical monograph that provides a detailed examination of transportation systems, specifically focusing on railroads during the antebellum period.
- Q: What edition of the book is available? A: The book is available in an Illustrated edition published on January 12, 2011, which includes a new introduction by Aaron W. Marrs.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 448 pages, providing an in-depth analysis of its subject matter.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The book is listed as a Used Book in Good Condition, ensuring it is suitable for readers looking for quality historical texts.
- Q: What are the key themes discussed in the book? A: Key themes include the economic identity of the South, the limitations of its transportation systems, and the relationship between railroads and the region's reliance on staple crops.
- Q: Is there any additional content in this edition? A: Yes, this edition includes a new introduction by Aaron W. Marrs that contextualizes Phillips's work and discusses ongoing debates among historians.
- Q: What is the binding type of the book? A: The book is available in paperback binding, making it lightweight and easy to handle.
- Q: What historical period does the book cover? A: The book covers the period leading up to 1860, focusing on the antebellum era in the Eastern Cotton Belt of the United States.