Bonus - Capitalism and Fire in the 19th Century United States w/ Daniel Immerwahr (Preview)
American Prestige
Exploring Fire's Impact on Capitalism and Urban Life
This chapter delves into the complex relationship between environmental history and capitalism, focusing on the role of fire in urban settings. It emphasizes the need to revisit historical narratives and literature to understand fire's dual nature as both a destructive force and a catalyst for industrial growth in the 19th century.
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