Modern History: The Impact of the Industrial Revolution

Introduction

1. Introduction to the Industrial Revolution

1.1 What Was the Industrial Revolution? A Historical Overview

This industrialization roughly spans the late 18th century and the early 19th century. It was a landmark development in man's history. It was highly characterized by strong developments in technology, industry, and society. It started in Britain but later spread to almost all parts of the globe. It changed the whole economy and styles of life.

During this stage, manual labor and agrarian economies transitioned to machines into manufacturing, which spawned the factories and urban settlements. The main inventions being; the steam engine together with m...