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3) Coffee Catches Fire

A History of Coffee

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The Rise of Coffee in Brazil

This chapter explores the historical journey of coffee cultivation in Brazil, tracing its roots from initial introduction by Francesco Paleta to the development of large-scale plantations. It contrasts the evolution of coffee production methods in Brazil with those in Yemen, shedding light on the socio-economic impacts of slavery and the transformation of land for cultivation. The narrative also emphasizes the pivotal role of infrastructure, such as railways, in establishing Brazil as a coffee powerhouse, highlighted by the immense coffee empire of Francesco Schmidt.

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