The book offers a chronological political history of the Industrial
Revolution, as well as chapters on the major themes. Topics include
developments in technology, the factory system and working life for men,
women and children, education in factories and schools, the growth of
industrial towns, and the effects of the Industrial Revolution on the
military, ships and seafaring, rail travel, holidays and on local
communities.
Easy to navigate, each spread deals with a different topic and consists
of maps, diagrams, artwork and photographs. Complete with timeline,
glossary and 2-page index.