The Fabric of Civilization A Short Survey of the Cotton Industry in the United States

"The Fabric of Civilization" by Guaranty Trust Company of New York is a book that surveys the importance of the cotton industry in the United States during the early 20th century. The book looks extensively at the cotton industry and its big effects on both the economy and society during the time. The story starts by explaining why cotton is an important force in shaping civilizations and economies worldwide and then moves into the history, which shows transformations in cotton production and important inventions, like the cotton gin by Eli Whitney, that changed the industry forever. The text pinpoints the growth of the cotton industry in the U.S. and notes it was the main source of raw cotton for the world. The text shows complex details, like market structures, global trade, and the economic relevance of cotton.