ch. 1. The origin of factory legislation
ch. 2. The early factory acts, 1802-1819
ch. 3. The appointment of government inspectors
ch. 4. The ten hours movement
ch. 5. Difficulties of administration
ch. 6. The introduction of a normal day
ch. 7. The inclusion of industries allied to textiles, 1845-1861
ch. 8. The inclusion of non-textile factories and workshops, 1864-1867
ch. 9. The women's rights opposition movement, 1874-1901
ch. 10. Regulations in the interest of health and safety, 1878-1901
ch. 11. Administration by the home office and local authorities, 1867-1902
ch. 12. 1903-1910 : a retrospect.