Which document is a secondary source about industrialization in the 1800s?

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A secondary source about industrialization in the 1800s would be a book or article that analyzes, interprets, or critiques the events and impacts of industrialization using primary sources as evidence. For example:

  • A historical analysis book like "The Age of Revolution: 1789-1848" by Eric Hobsbawm, which discusses the broader social and economic changes of that period.
  • An academic journal article that examines the effects of industrialization on society, workers, and the economy.

In contrast, a primary source would be a firsthand account from the time, such as a factory owner's diary, letters from workers, or government reports from that era.