Since the advent of man, the human race has undergone many changes throughout history. One of the biggest and most pivotal changes was the Industrial Revolution in Britain. Although the industrial revolution had some drawbacks, its positive results far outweighed its negative effects. This put Britain fifty years ahead of other European countries and made the country one of the strongest nations of its time. The Revolution improved the general condition of Britain primarily through innovation and the invention of new technologies, improved communications and transportation, and improved lifestyles for British citizens. During the period of the Industrial Revolution, Britain experienced rapid change. Many new inventions and innovations have significantly improved both Britain's economic situation and the lives of the people. The introduction of better agricultural practices and the invention of new agricultural tools such as the wheat seeder, which was a "seeding device that positioned and covered seeds in the soil", made farming much more efficient and require less human labor. As a result, people moved to cities in search of work, providing a significant workforce for factories. During the Industrial Revolution, “many people left their rural communities to work in cities…in a factory.” These factories became the engines of the industrial revolution. “Never before had people been put to work in such a well-organized manner” as in factories. This new method of manufacturing goods exponentially grew the British economy as new machines were introduced. These new machines allowed for cheaper labor and lower cost mass production of goods, a...... middle of paper...... Heath, 1983. Print.3) "Revolution British industry. British Industrial Revolution. Internet. May 28, 2012. .4) “History of the canal”. History of the canals. Internet. May 28, 2012. .5) “The fabulous history of the postage stamp”. Arpin Philately. Internet. May 28, 2012. .6) “How the steam engine changed the world.” LiveScience.com. Internet. May 28, 2012.7) Mooney, Carla. The Industrial Revolution, White River Junction, Nomad Press, 2011. print8) "The Open Door Website: History: The Industrial Revolution: Road Development." The Open Door Website: History: The Industrial Revolution: The Development of Roads. Internet. May 28 2012. .