Quote by A. N. Wilson

In the 18th century, James Hargreaves invented the Spinning Jenny, and Richard Arkwright pioneered the water-propelled spinning frame which led to the mass production of cotton. This was truly revolutionary. The cotton manufacturers created a whole new class of people - the urban proletariat. The structure of society itself would never be the same.

In the 18th century, James Hargreaves invented the Spinning

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This quote highlights the impact of two significant inventions during the Industrial Revolution that transformed the textile industry and society as a whole. The Spinning Jenny and the water-propelled spinning frame revolutionized cotton production, enabling mass production and creating new economic opportunities. This led to the emergence of a new social class, the urban proletariat, as people flocked to work in factories. The quote emphasizes the far-reaching effects of these inventions on the fabric of society, as traditional structures started to shift, marking significant change for the future.

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