The Industrial Revolution: A Very Short Introduction
작성자
Robert C. Allen
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Science & Technology
History
Business & Economics
형식
킨들
페이지
168
언어
영어
출판됨
Jan 1, 2017
출판사
OUP Oxford
판
Illustrated
ISBN-10
0191016780
ISBN-13
9780191016783
설명
Robert C. Allen explores the transformative era of the Industrial Revolution, emphasizing its significance in shaping modern society. Through a concise yet insightful narrative, he delves into the factors that led to this monumental shift in Britain during the mid-eighteenth century. The book highlights key technological advancements, the rise of factories, and the profound changes in labor and social structures that defined the period.
Allen also examines the impact of the Industrial Revolution on economic growth and global trade, illustrating how it laid the groundwork for contemporary industrialized nations. By articulating the complex interplay between innovation and societal change, the author provides a thought-provoking perspective on an era that continues to influence the world today. This brief introduction serves as a gateway for readers seeking to understand the roots of modern industry and its lasting legacy.
Allen also examines the impact of the Industrial Revolution on economic growth and global trade, illustrating how it laid the groundwork for contemporary industrialized nations. By articulating the complex interplay between innovation and societal change, the author provides a thought-provoking perspective on an era that continues to influence the world today. This brief introduction serves as a gateway for readers seeking to understand the roots of modern industry and its lasting legacy.
