The Industrial Revolution: A Very Short Introduction

The Industrial Revolution: A Very Short Introduction

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Science & Technology History Business & Economics
Format Paperback
Pages 144
Language English
Published Apr 1, 2017
Publisher Oxford University Press
Edition 1
ISBN-10 0198706782
ISBN-13 9780198706786
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This concise yet insightful exploration delves into the transformative period of the Industrial Revolution, outlining its profound impact on modern society. Robert C. Allen takes readers on a journey through the key developments that reshaped economies, industries, and daily life. He emphasizes how innovations in technology and production processes fostered unprecedented growth and changed the way people lived and worked.

Through a clear and engaging narrative, readers gain a deeper understanding of the factors that fueled this monumental shift, including demographic changes, urban migration, and global trade networks. Allen also addresses the far-reaching consequences of industrialization, from environmental challenges to social upheaval, inviting reflection on the complexities that arose from this critical moment in history. By weaving together economic, social, and technological threads, the book paints a vivid picture of an era that laid the groundwork for the contemporary world.

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