ISBN: 9780282899301 - an introduction to american civilization: a study of economic life in the united states (classic reprint) (3 risultati)

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book takes readers on a fascinating journey through the evolution of American civilization, exploring the economic and social forces that shaped the nation from its early days to the period around 1930. The author delves into the fundamental question of what constitutes national wealth, examining how the United States accumulated vast natural resources, harnessed industrial power, and established a unique standard of living for its people. The book explores the impact of key innovations like the steam engine and the rise of factories on everyday life, comparing the challenges of life in the 1800s with the emerging conveniences of the early 20th century. Through compelling examples and statistics, readers gain an understanding of how the country's geography, population growth, and industrial advancements shaped its economic dominance and its distinctive way of life. This book offers a thought-provoking exploration of the factors that contributed to the United States' rise to global prominence. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…