Discussion Question
This week we are looking at the impact of industrialization on society in Europe in a period often referred to as the Enlightenment (in the 18th century). Focus on the period 1700-1850. After reading this week's readings, please answer one of the following questions as completely as possible, citing names, events, ideas, technology, and other historical issues. Support all answers with citations and references.
Citations and bibliographic references should be in the University of Chicago/Turabian style. For works in history, foot-notes or end-notes are required. (Avoid social science parenthetical citations). When in doubt, cite your sources of information. Work to write clear and flowing essays with smooth transitions from point to point. The instructor encourages the use of outside sources but does not require it. Do not use Wikipedia, ask.com, about.com, or other similar sites. Use academic or scholarly sources wherever possible.
Here is a useful site for citations: "Chicago-Style Citation Quick Guide," https://www.chicagomanualofstyle.org/tools_citationguide.html. The instructor uses this style in his replies to students in the weekly discussions. Use the Notes and Bibliography format.
The student's main post should be submitted by Thursday, end of day, Maryland time (11:59 p.m.). Work to present ideas and information in one's own style and avoid regurgitating the authors or sources verbatim. Also, review the questions and try to answer ones that have not been addressed by your colleagues.
Please answer or discuss ONE or more of the following:
1. Historians use the term "revolution" to describe changes in the past that caused radical changes to human societies. While it is likely overused, it does seem appropriate for the period after 1720. Discuss what revolution means in the context of three of the following: finances and credit, industrialization and manufacturing, trade and commerce, science and medicine, or agriculture and land use. Note specific names, discoveries, and other changes