A200, History of American Capitalisms

1.  In Gamber s essay, why didn’t the sewing machine instantly supplant the skilled work of women”s dress-makers when the sewing machine was popularized already in the 1850s?

2.  We shall do this in class:  Let’s craft a historical narrative about American economic life in the 19th century.  Zakim’s essay was about men’s clothing from early to mid century, and Gamber’s essay was about women’s clothing from mid to late century.  Now, what kind of narrative can you create, from their arguments and evidence, about economic activity in the United States over the course of the 19th century?....