Explore the world-altering impact of the Industrial Revolution with the 5th edition of ‘Industrial Revolution in World History’ by Peter N. Stearns. This comprehensive guide delves into the global origins, spread, and enduring legacy of industrialization from the late 18th century to today. Discover how this pivotal event reshaped societies, economies, and politics worldwide, extending beyond Western perspectives to include key insights into India, the Middle East, China, Latin America, and Africa. Updated to reflect contemporary issues like globalization and manufacturing shifts, this edition critically examines environmental impacts and historiographical debates. Essential reading for world history and economics students, this book illuminates the defining socioeconomic transformation of the modern era, perfect for understanding our interconnected world at The Bookish Owl.