The Spinners

"The Spinners" by Eden Phillpotts is a novel centered around the lives of mill workers in Bridetown after the death of their employer, Henry Ironsyde. The story kicks off with Henry's funeral, where the townsfolk ponder the fate of the mill under new management. The narrative introduces us to the contrasting Ironsyde brothers, Daniel and Raymond; Daniel inherits the mill, and Raymond is left with nothing, leading to a major clash between them. With Raymond excluded from the will, readers witness his complicated relationship with his now-powerful brother, Daniel. The book captures the essence of early 20th century rural life and explores themes of family duty, class conflict, and the drive to get ahead as the brothers navigate their separate paths through work and love.