The Mills Of Man

By Philip Payne

Book Overview

The Mills of Man is a novel written by Philip Payne. The book is set in the early 20th century and follows the lives of two families, the Millers and the Mansons, who are both involved in the textile industry. The story is told through the eyes of the Miller family, who own a small textile mill in the town of Millville. The Mansons, on the other hand, are a wealthy family who own a large textile mill in the neighboring town of Mansonton.The novel explores the themes of class, power, and the impact of industrialization on society. The Millers are portrayed as hardworking and honest, but struggling to keep their business afloat in the face of competition from the Mansons. The Mansons, meanwhile, are portrayed as ruthless and greedy, willing to do whatever it takes to maintain their position of power.As the story unfolds, the Millers and the Mansons become embroiled in a bitter feud that threatens to tear both families apart. The novel also delves into the personal lives of the characters, exploring their relationships and the challenges they face in their daily lives.Overall, The Mills of Man is a compelling and thought-provoking novel that offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of the textile industry in the early 20th century. It is a must-read for anyone interested in historical fiction, social commentary, or simply a well-crafted story.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1432665537
• ISBN13: 9781432665531
• Release Date: June 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 476 Pages
• Weight: 1.53 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"