The Romance Of Modern Industry (1889)

By James Burnley

Book Overview

The Romance of Modern Industry, written by James Burnley in 1889, is a historical account of the rise and growth of modern industry during the Industrial Revolution. The book covers a wide range of topics related to industry, including the development of machinery, transportation, communication, and the growth of cities. Burnley explores the social, economic, and political factors that contributed to the rise of industry, and the impact it had on society as a whole. He also examines the lives of the workers who made up the backbone of the industrial revolution, and the challenges they faced in adapting to the new industrial economy. The book is a fascinating look into the history of industry and its impact on modern society, and is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of technology and its impact on the world.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1120923433
• ISBN13: 9781120923431
• Release Date: January 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing, LLC
• Length: 398 Pages
• Weight: 1.17 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"