Who Stole the Secret to the Industrial Revolution?
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Who Stole the Secret to the Industrial Revolution? by Glynis Cooper
Startling revision of English history Italy's contribution to the Industrial Revolution and why much of the initial inventive glory belongs to Italy First recorded case of industrial espionage. John Lombe pays with his life for stealing Italian secrets Transcript of Arkwright's final and most damaging trial for plagiarism
Glynis Cooper's family has its roots in the industrial millscapes of Manchester. She was born in Stockport, but she grew up near Bury St Edmunds and subsequently spent ten years living and working in Cambridge before returning to Manchester. Her parents were writers who inspired her enthusiasm for the written word. Glynis, who loves islands and the open countryside, trained in the dual disciplines of librarianship and archaeology. She enjoys reading, researching and writing local histories, travelling and playing chess.
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| ISBN 13 | 9781473875913 |
| ISBN 10 | 1473875919 |
| Title | Who Stole the Secret to the Industrial Revolution? |
| Author | Glynis Cooper |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Hardback |
| Publisher | Pen & Sword Books Ltd |
| Year published | 2023-02-03 |
| Number of pages | 184 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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