Summary Michael Wood uncovers the extraordinary tale of the Industrial Revolution which turned Britain into the world's first industrial society. Exploring the deep roots of British industry, Michael visits miners in England and Wales. In Liverpool he shows how slavery underpinned British wealth and trade, which was expanding to India. As urban society grew and the countryside was depopulated by enclosures and clearances, Michael shows how the rural workforce responded. Meanwhile, Enlightenment ideals were transforming society.
Directed : Unknown
Written : Unknown
Stars : Sean Cameron Michael Scot Cooper Paul Hampshire Dan Hirst
Genres : Documentary
Release date : Aug 2, 2012
Countries of origin : United Kingdom
Language : English
Production companies : Maya Vision International
Summary Michael Wood uncovers the extraordinary tale of the Industrial Revolution which turned Britain into the world's first industrial society. Exploring the deep roots of British industry, Michael visits miners in England and Wales. In Liverpool he shows how slavery underpinned British wealth and trade, which was expanding to India. As urban society grew and the countryside was depopulated by enclosures and clearances, Michael shows how the rural workforce responded. Meanwhile, Enlightenment ideals were transforming society.
Genres : Documentary
Release date : Aug 2, 2012
Countries of origin : United Kingdom
Language : English
Production companies : Maya Vision International
