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.
| ISBN: | 9780750294850 |
| Publication date: | 23rd July 2015 |
| Author: | Peter Hepplewhite |
| Publisher: | Wayland an imprint of Hachette Children's Group |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Pagination: | 48 pages |
| Series: | All About |