Access to History: The Condition of England 1815-53

The Access to History series is the most popular and trusted series for AS- and A-level history students. The new editions combine all the strengths of this well-loved series with a new design and features that allow all students access to the content and study skills needed to achieve exam success. This title is a new, amended version of Reforming Britain, 1815-50, now updated for the 2008 OCR AS specification. It focuses on the key political, social, and economic questions raised by industrialization in England and the ways in which governments responded to the increasing pressure for change. It begins by looking at the parliamentary reforms in this period, and then goes on to look at other areas of reform such as the Factory Acts up to 1853 and the reform of the Corn Laws. Throughout the book key dates, terms and issues are highlighted, and historical interpretations of key debates are outlined. Summary diagrams are included to consolidate knowledge and understanding of the period, and exam-style questions and tips written by examiners provide the opportunity to develop exam skills.