1. Phases of plot Exposition It provides the reader with the knowledge of gessler Brothers their shops, and their attitude toward making boots 2. Conflict The brothers are faced by the competition of the big firm. When they lose one of the two shops the conflict between the big firm and handicraftsmen is strengthened1. Exposition 2. Conflict 1. Phases of Plot It provides the reader with the knowledge of Gessler Brothers, their shops, and their attitude toward making boots. The brothers are faced by the competition of the big firm. When they lose one of the two shops, the conflict between the big firm and handicraftsmen is strengthened