Raw Materials of Industrialism

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Hugh B Killough, Lucy W Killough

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English

Tradd Street Press
14 February 2026

Economics; Industry & industrial studies; Industrial chemistry & manufacturing technologies

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""Raw Materials of Industrialism"" is a comprehensive study of the fundamental physical resources that underpin the modern industrial world. Written by Hugh B. Killough and Lucy W. Killough, this work explores the distribution, production, and consumption of key commodities such as minerals, fuels, and agricultural products. The authors analyze the intersection of geography, economics, and technology to illustrate how the availability and control of raw materials shape global trade and the growth of manufacturing nations.

By examining the vital inputs necessary for industrial processes-ranging from iron and coal to rubber and cotton-the text provides a systematic overview of the material foundations of early 20th-century economic development. The study serves as an essential resource for understanding the complexities of resource management and the industrial interdependence of the global economy. It remains a significant historical survey of the economic geography and industrial strategies that defined an era of rapid technological advancement and international competition for resources.

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By: Hugh B Killough, Lucy W Killough
Imprint: Tradd Street Press
Dimensions: Height: 234mm, Width: 156mm, Spine: 24mm
Weight: 780g
ISBN: 9781025938097
ISBN 10: 1025938097
Pages: 434
Publication Date: 14 February 2026
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active