History: Rethinking the Industrial Revolution: Environmental and Social Changes

History: Rethinking the Industrial Revolution: Environmental and Social Changes

The Industrial Revolution, which spanned from the late 18th to mid 19th century, marked a significant shift in the way societies and economies operated. With advancements in technology, production and transportation methods, there was tremendous growth in wealth and industry. However, as we have come to realize, this progress came at a great cost to…