Spindle And Plough (1902) - Henry Dudeney - Bog

Spindle and Plough is a novel written by Mrs. Henry Dudeney and published in 1902. The story is set in the English countryside and follows the lives of two families, the Spindles and the Ploughs, who are neighbors and have been friends for generations. The novel explores the themes of love, friendship, loyalty, and betrayal.The Spindles are a wealthy family who own a large estate and have a reputation for being proud and arrogant. The Ploughs, on the other hand, are a humble family who work hard on their farm and are known for their honesty and integrity. Despite their differences, the two families have always been close and have supported each other through good times and bad.The story begins with the arrival of a new member in the Spindle family, a young woman named Helen. She is beautiful, charming, and quickly becomes the talk of the town. However, her arrival also brings trouble as she begins to cause rifts between the two families. She sets her sights on John Plough, the youngest son of the Ploughs, and begins to manipulate him into falling in love with her.As the story unfolds, secrets are revealed, and the true nature of some characters is exposed. The Spindles are not as perfect as they seem, and the Ploughs are not as simple as they appear. The novel takes a dramatic turn when a tragedy strikes, and the two families are forced to come together to face the consequences.Spindle and Plough is a compelling novel that captures the essence of rural life in England at the turn of the century. It is a timeless story that explores the complexities of human relationships and the consequences of our actions.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.