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May 31, 2026Journal of Economic Literature0 citations

Cain, Louis P. Chicago before the Fire: An Economic History

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EGEdward L. Glaeser

Key Points

  • The book explores Chicago's economic history prior to the Great Fire, analyzing factors contributing to its growth.
  • Literature review of historical economic data
  • Analysis of business trends in early Chicago
  • Examination of urban development strategies
  • Identifies key factors in Chicago's early economic growth
  • Highlights the city's development as a major Midwest hub
  • Describes impacts of the Great Fire on subsequent economic strategies

Abstract

Edward L Glaeser of Harvard University reviews “Chicago before the Fire: An Economic History” by Louis P. Cain The Econlit abstract of this book begins: “Examines the economic and business history of Chicago before the Great Fire of 1870, focusing on how the city's early growth and development determined its rise as the Midwest's dominant city.”

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synapsesocial.com/papers/6a1bd0fa5783ba022b6fc9bbhttps://doi.org/10.1257/jel.64.2.698.r4
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