Sugar Cane Capitalism and Environmental Transformation

Explore the intricate connections between capitalism and environmental change in Marco G. Meniketti's thought-provoking work, Sugar Cane Capitalism and Environmental Transformation. Published by The University of Alabama Press in 2015, this hardback edition spans 296 pages and takes you on a journey through the historical landscape of Nevis, a small Caribbean island.

Meniketti meticulously investigates how the remnants of the seventeenth- to nineteenth-century “Atlantic Economy”—including early capitalist sugar production, the African slave trade, and European colonization—are preserved in Nevis's terrain. This deeply researched study invites readers to understand the multifaceted relationships between economic practices and their environmental impacts during a pivotal era in Caribbean history.

Ideal for history enthusiasts and students alike, this book provides a comprehensive look at the cultural and ecological transformations that have shaped our world. Dive into the compelling narratives that intertwine history, archaeology, and environmental studies with Sugar Cane Capitalism and Environmental Transformation.