With the help of canine history detective Sherlock Bones, this book looks at how life changed in Victorian times, with the introduction of factories and the repercussions this had on the everyday lives of men, women and children. The topics covered include the working and living conditions of factory workers, the hazards of factory life, child employment and protest and reform. Full of fascinating information, the book presents the reader with stimulating questions and prompts to help them compile their own project. It is logically presented, with clear photos, colour artwork, glossary and index.

 

This book features in the following series: The History Detective Investigates, The History Detective in .

There are 32 pages in this book. This book was published 2002 by Hachette Children's Group .

Colin Stott is an education officer for the Norfolk Museums and Archaeology Service. He has written many history books for children.