Conquest of the Tropics, Vol. 1 (Classic Reprint): The Story of the Creative Enterprises Conducted by the United Fruit Company - Couverture souple

Adams, Frederick Upham Upham

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 1440086478 ISBN 13 : 9781440086472

Editeur : Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

This book is a fascinating and insightful exploration of the rise of the banana industry in the early 20th century. The author takes the reader on a journey through the historical, economic, and political landscape of the American tropics, focusing on the role of the United Fruit Company in transforming this region. He argues that the United States' neglect of its tropical neighbors and its misguided perception of the banana industry as an exploitative enterprise has been detrimental to both American economic interests and the welfare of Latin American nations. The author emphasizes the vital connection between the United States and its tropical neighbors, underscoring how a thriving banana trade benefits both sides. He demonstrates that the banana is not merely a product of nature, but a testament to the ingenuity and perseverance of American entrepreneurs who have conquered the wilderness to bring this fruit to the tables of millions. The book reveals the complex forces shaping this industry, and it offers a compelling perspective on the dynamics of trade, globalization, and the development of the American tropics.

A propos du livre

Présentation de l'éditeur

This book is the first of a series planned to describe certain big businesses whose histories and operations concern and should interest the public. The publishers do not wish any one to be deceived into believing that this series is any different from what it pretends to be as now announced. It is planned as an open and above-board presentation frankly putting forth the interesting points of large business enterprises. In the chapters which follow, a large portion of the information as to facts has been obtained through courtesy of officials of the United Fruit Company. The deductions of the author stand on his reputation as a student and an analyst of issues of public concern. This method will be pursued in the preparation of the books of this series, which later will be announced. It is the belief of the publishers that a series of books thus planned will possess an interest and have a real value not only to those who are investors in these great enterprises, but also to a public which is demanding that far-reaching corporations shall give an account of their stewardship.
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About the Publisher

Forgotten Books is a publisher of historical writings, such as: Philosophy, Classics, Science, Religion, History, Folklore and Mythology.

Forgotten Books' Classic Reprint Series utilizes the latest technology to regenerate facsimiles of historically important writings. Careful attention has been made to accurately preserve the original format of each page whilst digitally enhancing the aged text. Read books online for free at www.forgottenbooks.org

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Forgotten Books
• Date d'édition: 2018
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 1440086478
• ISBN 13: 9781440086472
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 382
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