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The Cotton Kingdom: A Travellers Observations On Cotton And Slavery In The American Slave States, 18531861,Used
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In 1853, Frederick Law Olmsted was working for the New York Times when he journeyed to the southern slave states of the U.S. and wrote one of the most important proabolition discourses.The Cotton Kingdom recounts his daily observations of the curse of slavery: the poverty it brought to both black and white people; the inadequacies of the plantation system; and the economic consequences and problems associated with America? most ?eculiar institution?Disproving the opinion that ?otton is king? Olmsted examined the huge differences between the economies of the northern and southern states, contrasting the more successful, wealthy and progressive north with the stubborn south, convinced of the necessity of slavery.Hailed as one of the most convincing and influential antislavery arguments, Olmsted? work was widely praised with London? Westminster Review declaring, ?t is impossible to resist his accumulated evidence.?rederick Law Olmsted was an American landscape architect, journalist, social critic, and public administrator. He is popularly considered to be the father of American landscape architecture. Through his work as a journalist for the New York Daily Times (New York Times), he became interested in the adverse economic effects of slavery and The Cotton Kingdom is a result of this. He died in 1903.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the primary focus of 'The Cotton Kingdom'? A: 'The Cotton Kingdom' primarily focuses on Frederick Law Olmsted's observations and critiques of slavery and the plantation system in the American South during the years 1853 to 1861.
- Q: Who is the author of 'The Cotton Kingdom'? A: The author of 'The Cotton Kingdom' is Frederick Law Olmsted, who was an influential landscape architect, journalist, and social critic.
- Q: What historical period does this book cover? A: 'The Cotton Kingdom' covers the historical period from 1853 to 1861, focusing on the antebellum South and its economic and social structures.
- Q: How many pages are in 'The Cotton Kingdom'? A: 'The Cotton Kingdom' contains a total of 538 pages.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is listed as 'New', ensuring that it is in pristine condition for readers.
- Q: What type of binding does 'The Cotton Kingdom' have? A: 'The Cotton Kingdom' is available in a paperback binding, making it lightweight and flexible for reading.
- Q: Is 'The Cotton Kingdom' a pro-abolition text? A: Yes, 'The Cotton Kingdom' is recognized as a significant pro-abolition text, presenting compelling arguments against slavery and highlighting its economic drawbacks.
- Q: When was 'The Cotton Kingdom' published? A: 'The Cotton Kingdom' was published on September 4, 2017.
- Q: What themes are explored in 'The Cotton Kingdom'? A: 'The Cotton Kingdom' explores themes such as the economic impact of slavery, the contrast between northern and southern economies, and social injustices associated with the plantation system.
- Q: Can 'The Cotton Kingdom' be recommended for academic study? A: Yes, 'The Cotton Kingdom' is highly recommended for academic study, particularly for those interested in American history, sociology, and the abolitionist movement.