The Victorians
The Victorians by Jane Goodwin, published by Hachette Children’s Group on October 25, 2001, is a 48-page exploration of the significant individuals and events that shaped the Victorian era. This edition presents a detailed overview of key figures such as Queen Victoria, Florence Nightingale, and notable innovations in transportation and industry, providing a comprehensive look at the social history of the United Kingdom during this transformative period.
Readers will find a thorough examination of the changes in work and transport, including the factory system and its effects on men, women, and children. The book also delves into the growth of industrial towns, advancements in seafaring and rail travel, and the cultural shifts that accompanied these developments. Designed for the National Curriculum Key Stage 2, this title serves as an informative resource for understanding the complexities of British and Irish history from 1700 to 1900.
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This title looks at all the significant individulas and events of the Victorian era: Shaftesbury, Owen, Fry; Queen Victoria, Prince Albert and the Great Exhibition; Florence Nightingale, Mary Seacole and the Crimean War; Stephenson, Brunel; Livingstone, Kingsley and world exploration; Bell and the telephone. It also looks at the changes to work and transport: the factory system and working life for men, women and children; the growth of industrial towns, ships and seafaring, rail travel, seaside holidays and entertainment; the impact of railways and the building of factories on the local area.
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