Why the Industrial Revolution Happened Here

Directed by Charles Colville

With Jeremy Black, Jim Andrew, Sally Hoban, Eric Brian and Reg Murphy

Professor Jeremy Black examines one of the most extraordinary periods in British history: the Industrial Revolution. He explains the unique economic, social and political conditions that by the 19th century, led to Britain becoming the richest, most powerful nation on Earth. It was a time that transformed the way people think, work and play forever.