Explore the ambitious, unmet dreams of silk cultivation across the Atlantic World (1500–1840). This compelling economic history examines colonial attempts in New Spain, New France, and British North America, revealing how aspirations for luxury fabrics clashed with environmental and labor realities. Delving into the interplay of culture, landscape, and economy, the book showcases how localized dreams of silk production ultimately unravelled. Essential reading for students of global trade, economic history, and colonialism, offering profound insights into the limits of imperial ambition.