Frederick Wilkinson's History of the Cotton Plant is a fascinating study of an important crop that has had a huge impact on the economy, history and culture of various nations. The author talks about the origin of cotton, its importance in world trade, as well as the cultivation and processing of this plant. The book not only covers the technical aspects of cotton cultivation, but also reveals the socio-cultural and historical aspects of its use. This is a valuable source of information not only for specialists in the field of agriculture and the textile industry, but also for everyone who is interested in the history of the development of the world economy and trade.