The Industrial Revolution was a period of great change for the world. It began in the late 1700s and early 1800s in England, and soon spread to other countries. This time period was marked by new inventions and technologies, which led to increased production of goods and more efficient ways of manufacturing. This in turn led to increased trade and economic growth, as well as a rise in the standard of living for many people. The Industrial Revolution also had a major impact on social and political structures, as well as on the way people lived and worked.