Class Struggle and the Industrial Revolution

Focusing on the social impact of industrialization, this work analyzes the transformation of Oldham, a cotton manufacturing town, from 1790 to 1860. It highlights how industrial capitalism fostered a unified mass class consciousness, enabling local governance control by 1830. Utilizing advanced quantitative techniques, the book contributes to social history and serves as a reference for future research. Its insights are particularly valuable for students exploring the complexities of the industrial revolution and its societal implications.