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British History, 1815-1906 (Short Oxford History of the Modern World)
British History 18151906 - Short Oxford History of the Modern World Author:Norman McCord This book is a study of the political, social, and economic history of England during the transformation of Britain from a predominately rural society into the world's first industrial nation, 1815 to 1906. Marshalling complex and abundant evidence, McCord has provided four chronological divisions: 1815-1830, 1830-1850, 1850-1880, and 1880-1906... more ». He explores major themes such as the massive increase in population, the nature of class, and the scope of state activity.« less