"I can see this being an essential foundational reading for anyone interested in the start of the industrial age and the people behind the machines that lead to the industrial revolution."
An extensively researched biography of Samuel Crompton, one of the inventors central to the factory system and industrialisation. You’d think that the biography of one of the inventors that was key to the industrial revolution and everything that comes after that would be a story of success, that it would perhaps lead to elevation in standing and set the family up for generations. However, this is not the case for Samuel Crompton. Crompton’s story features predominantly a struggle for recognition, political and business duplicity by people out to make as much money as they can for themselves, and ultimately one of struggle and misfortune. The Life and Times of Samuel Crompton is a comprehensive book that offers insight into England at the time, trade and industry both domestically and internationally, the key players in Parliament and in Crompton’s fight for compensation. The book is supported by endnote references and a bibliography for further reading and contains copies of artwork and illustrations featuring key people, places and items from Crompton’s story. While shedding light on Crompton’s contribution to the industrial age, and so the modern world as it is today, David Leece also explores a historical context, growing capitalism and greed as well as the challenges faced by those outside of major cities like London and those seen to be of a lower class. Samuel Crompton’s story flows and even those like myself that were previously unfamiliar with the inventor could gain a decent understanding of his life, a credit to the author’s writing and in depth knowledge of the subject matter. I can see this being an essential foundational reading for anyone interested in the start of the industrial age and the people behind the machines that lead to the industrial revolution.
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As a history lover I can appreciate the amount of time and effort that went into researching this book. At times I found it a bit hard going, too much detail. But, overall a fascinating read into an interesting and ever changing part of our history.
As a history lover I can appreciate the amount of time and effort that went into researching this book. At times I found it a bit hard going, too much detail.... Read Full Review
