Description: A Sketch of Scottish Industrial and Social History: In the 18th and 19th Centuries is a book written by Amelia Hutchison Stirling and published in 1906. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the industrial and social history of Scotland during the 18th and 19th centuries. It covers topics such as the growth of industry, the development of transportation, the rise of the working class, and the impact of industrialization on Scottish society. The book also explores the role of women and children in the workforce, the emergence of trade unions, and the struggles of workers for better wages and working conditions. With a focus on the economic and social changes that occurred during this period, A Sketch of Scottish Industrial and Social History provides readers with a detailed and insightful look into the history of Scotland during a time of great transformation.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.