Iron and the Industrial Revolution
No. of pages 48
Published: 1989
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"Iron and the Industrial Revolution" by Christine Vialls explores the transformative impact of iron production on society during the Industrial Revolution. The book delves into how advancements in ironworking techniques spurred innovation in machinery, transportation, and architecture, ultimately reshaping economies and daily life. Through rich historical accounts and insightful analysis, Vialls highlights key figures and events that contributed to this shift, while examining the environmental and social consequences of industrialization. The narrative intertwines personal stories with broader historical themes, offering readers a vivid understanding of how iron forged the path to modernity. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].
This book features in the following series: Cambridge Introductions To, Cambridge Introductions To World History .
This book has been graded for interest at 11-14 years.
There are 48 pages in this book. This book was published in 1989 by Cambridge University Press .
This book has the following chapters: Life in England before the Industrial Revolution; cast iron; steam power; wrought iron; industries grow around the ironworks; towards a revolution in transport; the new iron age moves on.
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