The Birth of Industrial Britain

Focusing on the socioeconomic and cultural transformation in Britain before 1850, this book explores the profound effects of early industrialization on ordinary lives. It highlights population growth, urbanization, and changes in work practices, while examining the educated middle class's evolving attitudes towards the working class. The text documents workers' harsh realities, popular protests, and the inadequacies of poor relief, all set against a backdrop of limited political change. This updated edition includes comprehensive pedagogical resources to aid understanding.