Edwin Arnold Brenholtz's "The Recording Angel" is a novel set in a future society where the gap between the wealthy and the working class is stark. The story explores themes of economic inequality, the power of trusts and monopolies, and the potential for political upheaval. The narrative focuses on the struggle of workingmen against the wealthy magnates who control the new industrial economy. A central plot device is a unique electric machine that highlights the rapid technological advancements of the era. The novel provides a commentary on the political and social landscape of the early 20th century, advocating for social reform and worker rights.