The factory system of production began in Britain after Arkwright left Lancashire and found Midland backers in 1769. The earliest centres of the pioneer cotton industry were around Nottingham and Arkwright's second base and Cromford. This book traces the careers of the first generation of mill owners in the Midlands, examining their connections with the older hosiery industry, their family links, their recruitment of capital, industrial relations and community building.
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The factory system of production began in Britain after Arkwright left Lancashire and found Midland backers in 1769. The earliest centres of the pioneer cotton industry were around Nottingham and Arkwright's second base and Cromford. This book traces the careers of the first generation of mill owners in the Midlands, examining their connections with the older hosiery industry, their family links, their recruitment of capital, industrial relations and community building.
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This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside. This book has hardback covers. Clean from markings In good all round condition. Dust jacket in good condition. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item, 750grams, ISBN:
