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The Columbian Exchange: Biological and Cultural Consequences of 1492, 30th Anniversary Edition,New
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Thirty years ago, Alfred Crosby published a small work that illuminated a simple point, that the most important changes brought on by the voyages of Columbus were not social or political, but biological in nature. The book told the story of how 1492 sparked the movement of organisms, both large and small, in both directions across the Atlantic. This Columbian exchange, between the Old World and the New, changed the history of our planet drastically and forever.The book The Columbian Exchange changed the field of history drastically and forever as well. It has become one of the foundational works in the burgeoning field of environmental history, and it remains one of the canonical texts for the study of world history. This 30th anniversary edition of The Columbian Exchange includes a new preface from the author, reflecting on the book and its creation, and a new foreword by J. R. McNeill that demonstrates how Crosby established a brand new perspective for understanding ecological and social events. As the foreword indicates, The Columbian Exchange remains a vital book, a small work that contains within the inspiration for future examinations into what happens when two peoples, separated by time and space, finally meet.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'The Columbian Exchange'? A: The main theme of 'The Columbian Exchange' is the biological and cultural consequences resulting from the interactions between the Old World and the New World after 1492, emphasizing that the most significant changes were biological rather than social or political.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'The Columbian Exchange' is Alfred W. Crosby, Jr.
- Q: What is included in the 30th anniversary edition? A: The 30th anniversary edition includes a new preface by the author reflecting on the book's creation and a new foreword by J. R. McNeill, highlighting the book's lasting impact on environmental history.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book has a total of 320 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: This edition of 'The Columbian Exchange' is available in paperback binding.
- Q: When was 'The Columbian Exchange' first published? A: The book was first published on April 30, 2003.
- Q: Is 'The Columbian Exchange' suitable for academic study? A: Yes, 'The Columbian Exchange' is considered a foundational work in environmental history and is widely used in academic settings for the study of world history.
- Q: What kind of historical changes does the book discuss? A: The book discusses the movement of organisms, including plants, animals, and diseases, that occurred due to the Columbian Exchange and how these exchanges transformed ecosystems and societies.
- Q: Does the book provide a new perspective on history? A: Yes, the book offers a new perspective by focusing on ecological factors and the biological exchanges that shaped human history, rather than solely on social or political events.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is in new condition.