Edward Potts Cheyney’s introductory survey covers the economic and social development of England from the medieval period through the Industrial Revolution, examining changes in agriculture, trade, manufacturing, and urban life. Written as a textbook for university students, it offers a clear and well-organised framework for understanding how British society was transformed over several centuries.
Topics include the guild system, enclosures, the rise of capitalism, the factory system, and the conditions of the working class — making this a useful companion for anyone studying British social and economic history. Download the free EPUB for a clear-headed introduction to the forces that shaped modern Britain.