These classic studies of the history of economic change in 19th- and 20th-century United States, Canada, and British West Indies examine national product; capital stock and wealth; and fertility, health, and mortality. "A 'must have' in the library of the serious economic historian."—Samuel...

Frontmatter -- ACKNOWLEDGMENTS -- CONTENTS -- TABLES, CHARTS, AND MAPS -- Foreword -- Introduction: Problems and Approaches -- CHAPTER 1. The Beginnings of the Central Electric Station -- CHAPTER 2. The Quebec Industry: A Preliminary Survey -- CHAPTER 3. Early Years of The Shawinigan Water and...