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Planting a capitalist South

2005280 pagesLouisiana State University Press

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This historical study investigates the origins and evolution of capitalism in the American South during the 19th century. It delves into the economic conditions and commercial practices that defined the region, exploring how these factors shaped its unique development. The book offers a detailed look at the forces that 'planted' a capitalist system in the Southern states.

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Tom Downey is the editor of The Best American Nonrequired Reading. He's got a knack for finding those surprising, thought-provoking books you didn't know you were looking for.

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