""Social Change in the Industrial Revolution: An Application of Theory to the British Cotton Industry"" by Neil J. Smelser is a comprehensive analysis of the transformation of society during the Industrial Revolution in Britain. The book explores the impact of industrialization on the cotton industry and its workers, as well as the broader social changes that occurred during this period.Drawing on sociological and economic theories, Smelser provides an in-depth examination of the factors that led to the rise of the cotton industry and the subsequent changes in social organization, including the emergence of new social classes, the growth of urbanization, and the development of new forms of labor organization.The book also explores the social and political implications of these changes, including the rise of labor movements and the tensions between workers and factory owners. Smelser's analysis is based on extensive historical research, including primary sources such as diaries, letters, and official records.Overall, ""Social Change in the Industrial Revolution"" is an important contribution to the study of social change and economic development, providing a detailed and nuanced understanding of the complex processes that shaped the 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.

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