The Industrial Revolution: A Very Short Introduction
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Science & Technology
History
Business & Economics
Format
Kindle
Sidor
168
Språk
Engelska
Publicerad
Jan 1, 2017
Förlag
OUP Oxford
Utgåva
Illustrated
ISBN-10
0191016780
ISBN-13
9780191016783
Beskrivning
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.
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