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Mahogany: Rainforest to Parlor

Join us for a lecture and book signing with Jennifer Anderson, author of Mahogany: The Costs of Luxury in Early America. Dr. Anderson will explore the motivations behind the desire for mahogany in the 19th century and the schemes that developed to satisfy the demand. Hear the complex and untold story of human and environmental exploitation that was intertwined with America’s growing self-confidence and prosperity.











When: Tue., Mar. 25, 2014 at 6:30 pm
Where: Mount Vernon Hotel Museum & Garden
421 E. 61st St.
212-838-6878
Price: $18 adults; $15 students
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Join us for a lecture and book signing with Jennifer Anderson, author of Mahogany: The Costs of Luxury in Early America. Dr. Anderson will explore the motivations behind the desire for mahogany in the 19th century and the schemes that developed to satisfy the demand. Hear the complex and untold story of human and environmental exploitation that was intertwined with America’s growing self-confidence and prosperity.

Buy tickets/get more info now