The Industrial Revolution and its Impact on Australia by
This book tells the story of the Industrial Revolution and how Australia benefited--and suffered--from the great advances in steam power, gas lighting and mass production it brought.
The Industrial Revolution by
This book shows students how to find, evaluate, organize and use evidence on key topics, such as the origins of the Industrial Revolution, the importance of steam power and Robert Fulton's first successful steamboat voyage, conditions in urban New York, and the growth of the railroads. There are extensive references to types of sources, including eyewitness accounts, literature, and photographs, and a range of examples and graphic organizers, including timelines.
The Industrial Revolution by
Imagine a world without brand-name products Before the Industrial Revolution it was not possible to produce enough of the same item to have a brand, but in 100 years the world changed from make-your-own everything to a society of manufactured goods. The Industrial Revolution: Investigate How Science and Technology Changed the World introduces the dynamic individuals who led this revolution and how their innovations impacted the lives of everyone, rich and poor, city-dwellers and farmers alike. Elements of history, biography, civics, science, and technology combine with activity-driven enrichment projects that kids can do with minimal supervision. Activities include creating a water-powered wheel, designing a steam ship, building a telegraph machine, and making a pinhole camera.
The Industrial Revolution by
The Industrial Revolution changed the world in many crucial ways in the period between 1760 and 1840. Technological innovations such as steam power, efficient machinery, and the factory model revolutionized communication, production, manufacturing, and communication in Great Britain and beyond. This period of time ushered in swift change and altered almost every aspect of daily life. This fascinating edition examines the history of the Industrial Revolution, and its effects on workers, the economy, and the future.
The Industrial Revolution's Workers and Their Lives by
The Industrial Revolution effectively restructured labor as the need for workers increased along with mass production. Factories and industrial workplaces often employed women, children, and immigrants and paid little regard to employee welfare. As a result, many workers were subjected to abhorrent working conditions, exposed to dangerous equipment without adequate safety measures, and often worked long hours for abysmal wages. This informative edition provides readers with a survey of workers during the Industrial Revolution. The author describes industrial life during the early years of the Industrial Revolution, including child labor, sweatshop conditions, and industrial life outside the workplace, and explains how labor unions worked to ease these harsh conditions.
