Cotton
Beverly Lemire
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Cotton
Published
2011
Publisher
Berg
Pages
182
ISBN-13
9781845203009
ISBN-10
1845203003
Description
"This book explores the fascinating history and present-day practices associated with cotton. This is a story of commercial and cultural enterprise, of war between East and West, of technological and industrial revolution, social modernisation, colonialism and slavery. And yet cotton remains one of the most significant mass commodities today. Cotton's history and track record on labour conditions and the environment have tarnished its history and reputation, even as cotton clothes have become the mark of modern industrialised society. Yet cottons also take other cultural forms and cotton textiles and artifacts are part of a vibrant craft tradition in many parts of the world. This book explores the history, impact and ongoing life of this hugely influential textile"--
Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Cotton?
This edition of Cotton has approximately 182 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read Cotton?
For most readers, Cotton typically takes between 3h 48m and 2h 32m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 45,500 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 3h 2m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 7 days • Estimated word count: 45,500 words
Your individual reading time will vary based on your personal reading pace, the amount of daily reading time, and your familiarity with the subject matter.
What is the word count of Cotton?
The estimated word count for Cotton is approximately 45,500 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
This is an approximation — actual word count may vary based on font size, formatting, edition, and the presence of illustrations or charts.
Who is the author of Cotton?
Cotton was written by Beverly Lemire.
When was Cotton published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 2011. The original work may have been published on a different date.