Why The Mill Was Stopped : Kessinger Publishing : 9781120956682 : 1120956684 : 29 Jan 2010 : Why The Mill Was Stopped: Or Evil Overcome With Good is a novel written by William Oliphant And Company in 1866. The story revolves around a young girl named Mary, who works in a mill owned by a cruel and heartless man named Mr. Grimshaw. Mary is mistreated by her boss, who forces her to work long hours in dangerous conditions for very little pay.One day, the mill is forced to shut down due to a mechanical failure, and Mary takes it upon herself to fix the machine. She succeeds in repairing it, but Mr. Grimshaw refuses to pay her for her efforts. This leads to a confrontation between Mary and Mr. Grimshaw, which ultimately results in the mill workers banding together to demand better working conditions and fair pay.As the story progresses, Mary becomes a leader among the workers and helps to bring about positive change in the mill. The novel explores themes of social justice, the power of colle