Date of Award
Spring 5-5-2018
Document Type
Thesis
Degree Name
Master of Arts (MA)
Department
Economics
First Advisor
Matthew J. Baker
Second Advisor
Randall K. Filer
Academic Program Adviser
Randall K. Filer
Abstract
I analyze the effect of subtle differences in skin complexion on heights of free blacks in Maryland during the nineteenth century. I propose that lighter-skinned blacks were taller (indicating better nutrition) than their darker counterparts. I find the hypothesis holds - 15.9% taller for males and 16.5% taller for females.
Recommended Citation
Kim, Yuree, "The Economics of Skin Tone in Nineteenth-Century Maryland" (2018). CUNY Academic Works.
https://academicworks.cuny.edu/hc_sas_etds/313