Mrs. Bindle: Some Incidents from the Domestic Life of the Bindles

"Mrs. Bindle: Some Incidents from the Domestic Life of the Bindles" by Herbert George Jenkins is a funny story set in the early 1900s, following the life of Mrs. Bindle, a tough and clever woman, as she deals with everyday life in her working-class neighborhood. Readers get to see the funny side of her fights with her unusual husband, the strange habits of their neighbors, and problems around the house. The story kicks off with a big argument between Mrs. Bindle and her husband about a strike at his job, with her worrying how it will affect their money. When Bindle leaves for the pub, Mrs. Bindle locks him out, announcing that she is going on "strike" too, which leads to more funny situations with the other unhappy wives nearby. The first part of the book shows how feisty Mrs. Bindle is and the funny chaos of her life at home, setting the stage for a comical exploration of culture and society.