Speculation Nation: Land Mania in the Revolutionary American Republic
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Action & Adventure
History
Business & Economics
Formato
Copertina rigida
Pagine
432
Lingua
Inglese
Pubblicato
Sep 19, 2023
Editore
University of Pennsylvania Press
ISBN-10
1512824488
ISBN-13
9781512824483
Descrizione
Michael A. Blaakman explores the fervent pursuit of land speculation that gripped the newly formed United States in the aftermath of the American Revolution. Through a detailed examination of historical accounts, he unveils how individuals and investors alike were driven by the promise of prosperity that land ownership represented. The rush into uncharted territories prompted a complex interplay of ambition, risk, and the innate desire for expansion that defined this era.
Blaakman delves into the socio-economic impacts of land speculation, illustrating how it shaped communities and influenced the burgeoning economy. He highlights the stories of participants from diverse backgrounds, showcasing their motivations and challenges. As dreams of fortune quickly turned to despair for some, Blaakman brings to light the consequences of this land mania on both personal lives and the landscape of the nation.
In portraying this tumultuous chapter in American history, Blaakman underscores the significance of land in shaping national identity and fueling aspirations. His work serves as a pivotal narrative for understanding the underlying tensions and triumphs that accompanied the U.S. expansionist ethos.
Blaakman delves into the socio-economic impacts of land speculation, illustrating how it shaped communities and influenced the burgeoning economy. He highlights the stories of participants from diverse backgrounds, showcasing their motivations and challenges. As dreams of fortune quickly turned to despair for some, Blaakman brings to light the consequences of this land mania on both personal lives and the landscape of the nation.
In portraying this tumultuous chapter in American history, Blaakman underscores the significance of land in shaping national identity and fueling aspirations. His work serves as a pivotal narrative for understanding the underlying tensions and triumphs that accompanied the U.S. expansionist ethos.
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