Publisher's Synopsis
""A History of Industry"" is a comprehensive book written by Ellen Louise Osgood in 1921. The book provides a detailed account of the evolution and growth of the industrial sector from ancient times to the early 20th century. It covers a wide range of topics, including the development of agriculture, the rise of manufacturing, the role of technology in industrialization, and the emergence of new industries such as transportation and communication.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a particular period or aspect of industrial history. Osgood draws on a wealth of historical sources to provide a detailed and engaging narrative of the key events, trends, and personalities that shaped the industrial world.Throughout the book, Osgood emphasizes the social and economic impact of industrialization, and the ways in which it transformed societies and economies around the world. She also explores the challenges and controversies that accompanied industrial growth, including the rise of labor movements, the impact of industrial pollution on the environment, and the tensions between industrialized and non-industrialized nations.Overall, ""A History of Industry"" is a fascinating and informative book that provides a valuable perspective on the history of human civilization and the role of industry in shaping our modern 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.
