The Industrial Revolution: A Very Short Introduction (Very Short Introductions)

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Book Synopsis: The Industrial Revolution was a pivotal point in British history that occurred between the mid-eighteenth and mid-nineteenth centuries and led to far reaching transformations of society. With the advent of revolutionary manufacturing technology productivity boomed. Machines were used to spin and weave cloth, steam engines were used to provide reliable power, and industry was fed by the construction of the first railways, a great network of arteries feeding the factories. Cities grew as people shifted from agriculture to industry and commerce. Hand in hand with the growth of cities came rising levels of pollution and disease. Many people lost their jobs to the new machinery, whilst working conditions in the factories were grim and pay was low. As the middle classes prospered, social unrest ran through the working classes, and the exploitation of workers led to the growth of trade unions and protest movements.In this Very Short Introduction, Robert C. Allen analyzes the key features of the Industrial Revolution in Britain, and the spread of industrialization to other countries. He considers the factors that combined to enable industrialization at this time, including Britain's position as a global commercial empire, and discusses the changes in technology and business organization, and their impact on different social classes and groups. Introducing the "winners" and the "losers" of the Industrial Revolution, he looks at how the changes were reflected in evolving government policies, and what contribution these made to the economic transformation. ABOUT THE SERIES: The Very Short Introductions series from Oxford University Press contains hundreds of titles in almost every subject area. These pocket-sized books are the perfect way to get ahead in a new subject quickly. Our expert authors combine facts, analysis, perspective, new ideas, and enthusiasm to make interesting and challenging topics highly readable.

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Experience the dramatic transformation of society with The Industrial Revolution: A Very Short Introduction (Very Short Introductions). This captivating book takes you on a journey back to the pioneering era of the British Industrial Revolution, revealing the incredible advancements in manufacturing technology that shaped the world we live in today. From the revolutionary use of machines to spin and weave cloth, to the reliable power provided by steam engines, this book explores the extraordinary innovations that fueled productivity and propelled Britain into a global commercial empire.

Discover how the construction of the first railways revolutionized industry, connecting a network of arteries that fed factories and facilitated the rapid growth of cities. With this growth, however, came new challenges. Rising pollution and disease became pressing issues, and many individuals faced unemployment as the machinery took over manual labor. Enter the world of the working classes, where grim working conditions and low pay powered social unrest and the rise of trade unions and protest movements.

Written by Robert C. Allen, this Very Short Introduction delves into the winners and losers of the Industrial Revolution, providing a comprehensive analysis of its impact on different social classes and groups. The book also explores the changes in technology and business organization, shedding light on how evolving government policies contributed to the economic transformation of the era. As a part of the acclaimed Very Short Introductions series from Oxford University Press, this pocket-sized book is designed to give you a quick and captivating insight into this pivotal point in history.

Are you ready to dive into the world of innovation, societal upheaval, and economic transformation? Get your copy of The Industrial Revolution: A Very Short Introduction (Very Short Introductions) and join the ranks of those who seek knowledge, perspective, and stimulation. Explore the fascinating changes that shaped our modern world and gain a deeper understanding of the forces that shaped society as we know it today. Don't miss out on this opportunity - get your copy now!

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