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Oceans of Grain: How American Wheat Remade the World,Used
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An "incredibly timely" global history journeys from the Ukrainian steppe to the American prairie to show how grain built and toppled the world's largest empires (Financial Times).To understand the rise and fall of empires, we must follow the paths traveled by grainalong rivers, between ports, and across seas. In Oceans of Grain, historian Scott Reynolds Nelson reveals how the struggle to dominate these routes transformed the balance of world power.Early in the nineteenth century, imperial Russia fed much of Europe through the booming port of Odessa, on the Black Sea in Ukraine. But following the US Civil War, tons of American wheat began to flood across the Atlantic, and food prices plummeted. This cheap foreign grain spurred the rise of Germany and Italy, the decline of the Habsburgs and the Ottomans, and the European scramble for empire. It was a crucial factor in the outbreak of the First World War and the Russian Revolution.A powerful new interpretation, Oceans of Grain shows that amid the great powers rivalries, there was no greater power than control of grain.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Oceans of Grain'? A: 'Oceans of Grain' explores how the control and movement of grain shaped global power dynamics, focusing on the historical impact of American wheat on empires and economies.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Oceans of Grain'? A: The book is authored by Scott Reynolds Nelson, a historian known for his insights into economic history.
- Q: When was 'Oceans of Grain' published? A: 'Oceans of Grain' was published on February 22, 2022.
- Q: What is the page count of 'Oceans of Grain'? A: The book contains 368 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does 'Oceans of Grain' have? A: 'Oceans of Grain' is available in a hardcover binding.
- Q: What historical events does 'Oceans of Grain' discuss? A: The book discusses significant historical events such as the rise of Germany and Italy, the decline of the Habsburgs and Ottomans, and the outbreak of the First World War and the Russian Revolution.
- Q: Is 'Oceans of Grain' suitable for academic study? A: Yes, 'Oceans of Grain' is suitable for academic study, particularly in the fields of economic history and global studies.
- Q: What are the key features of 'Oceans of Grain'? A: Key features include its exploration of grain's role in shaping empires, detailed historical narratives, and insights into economic impacts across different regions.
- Q: What makes 'Oceans of Grain' a timely read? A: 'Oceans of Grain' is considered timely because it addresses current global economic challenges and the historical context of food supply and power.
- Q: Can 'Oceans of Grain' provide insights on contemporary issues? A: Yes, the book offers insights into contemporary issues related to global trade, food security, and geopolitical power dynamics.