General Ludd's Rage Against the Machines
Cautionary Tales with Tim Harford
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This chapter delves into the violent conflict between mill owners and those opposing mechanization in early 19th-century England, centering on the Luddite attack on William Cartwright's mill. It highlights the struggles workers faced between losing their jobs to technology and the push for modern industry, showcasing the societal divisions on how to address these changes.
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