Peter B. Kyne

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The Valley of the Giants is a classic novel written by Peter B. Kyne. The story is set in the early 20th century and revolves around the timber industry in California. It follows the lives of two men, Bryce Cardigan and Jules Rondeau, who are both involved in the logging business. Bryce is a wealthy young man who inherits a logging company from his father, while Jules is a French-Canadian who works as a lumberjack.The novel explores the challenges and conflicts that arise in the timber industry, including the struggle between conservation and commercial interests. Bryce and Jules find themselves at odds with each other as they compete for control of the valley where the giant redwood trees grow. Along the way, they encounter a cast of colorful characters, including corrupt politicians, ruthless business rivals, and a love interest for Bryce.The Valley of the Giants is a thrilling adventure story that captures the spirit of the American West. It is a tale of greed, ambition, and betrayal, but also of courage, loyalty, and redemption. With its vivid descriptions of the natural beauty of the California landscape and its larger-than-life characters, this book is sure to captivate readers of all ages.1918. In the summer of 1850 a topsail schooner slipped into the cove under Trinidad Head and dropped anchor at the edge of the kelp-fields. Fifteen minutes later her small-boat deposited on the beach a man armed with long squirrel-rifle and an axe, and carrying food and clothing in a brown canvas pack. From the beach he watched the boat return and saw the schooner weigh anchor and stand out to sea before the northwest trades. When she had disappeared from his ken, he swung his pack to his broad and powerful back and strode resolutely into the timber at the mouth of a little river. The man was John Cardigan; in that lonely, hostile land he was the first pioneer. This is the tale of Cardigan and Cardigan's son, for in his chosen land the pioneer leader in the gigantic task of hewing a path for civilization was to know the bliss of woman's love and of parenthood, and the sorrow that comes of the loss of a perfect mate; he was to know the tremendous joy of accomplishment and worldly success after infinite labor; and in the sunset of life he was to know the dull despair of failure and ruin. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.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.

The story is already beloved by film buffs thanks to the many adaptations for the big screen, including the 1948 John Ford/John Wayne collaboration and the 2003 Japanese anime Tokyo Godfathers. But here is the original 1913 novelette in all its warm humanity and humor. Three bank robbers on the run in the frontier American West happen upon a birthing mother who begs the men to watch over her baby as the delivery takes her life just as another is brought into the world. Naturally, they do, and find that their new charge brings them a new outlook on their wicked ways. American novelist PETER B. KYNE (1880-1957) was born in San Francisco, California. From early on it was clear that he had a gift for writing, and his time in the army during the Spanish-American War and World War I gave him plenty to write about. Kyne's novels include The Go-Getter (1921) and Cappy Ricks (1916).

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The Enchanted Hill is a western novel by famous author Peter B. Kyne. He was born and died in San Francisco, California. More than 100 films were adapted into screenplays. Kyne created the character of Cappy Ricks in a series of novels. "San Onofre was accustomed to silence. It was a flag station in the heart of El Valle de los Ojos Negros, and over it and the cattle corrals and loading chute, the complaining windmill and a five-thousand-gallon water-tank kept guard. It boasted neither station agent nor station loafers; even the trains did not stop there to take on water, for the windmill and tank had been erected by the railroad company to supply water to the transient herds of cattle held in the corrals for car shipment, and for the horses and men who drove the cattle thither. Hence, except on those occasions when the cow-men who ranged in El Valle de los Ojos Negros and the public grazing lands in the forest reserve to the north and northeast drove their beef cattle in for shipment, no human voice competed in San Onofre with the zephyr, the grasshoppers, the crows and the woodpecker…"

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From the dust jacket:This sea yarn recounts the adventures of three rapscallion sea-faring men,—Captain Scraggs, owner of the green vegetable freighter Maggie, Gibney the mate and McGuffey, the engineer.One foggy night, when the Maggie, full laden, was approaching the Golden Gate, Captain .scraggs gave the signal for full speed astern. The worn signal wires broke at the first pull, giving the unsuspecting McGuffey the signal for full speed ahead. Result, the Maggie stuck firmly on a bar.Here their adventures begin.Through the exuberance of Gibney's imagination, he is always getting them into scraps and out again, cheating them lustily in the process. This tale is a worthy successor to "Cappy Ricks."

Set in the late 1800's in Northern California/Nevada. A romance, with a little mystery thrown in.

In addition there was the evidence of the automatic pistol! Few men in that country carried automatics, for an automatic was a weapon too new in those days to be popular, and the residents of the Mojave still clung to tradition and a Colt's.45. The bandit had shown himself peculiarly expert in the use of his weapon, having shot the pipe out of the messenger's mouth, merely to impress that unimpressionable functionary. It would have been like Bob McGraw, who carried an automatic and was a dead shot, to show off a little!

1923. Frontispiece by Dean Cornwell. The book It was a song that never before had been sung; once sung, never again would it be heard. Such a song, indeed, as little girls croon to their dolls; half funeral chant, half hymn, sung in a minor key by a girl with a powerfully sweet lyric soprano. The last of the land breeze carried it aft to Gaston Larrieau, the master the of 200-ton auxiliary trading schooner Moorea, where he stood on the top step of the companion, his leonine head and tremendous shoulders showing above the deck house, as he smoked his first after-breakfast pipe. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.

This is a new release of the original 1927 edition.

The Lord of Lonely Valley is a novel by Peter B. Kyne. The story is set in the early 1900s in the remote and rugged terrain of the Sierra Nevada Mountains. The protagonist, Jim Stewart, is a young man who inherits a vast tract of land in the Lonely Valley. He travels to the valley to take possession of his inheritance, but soon realizes that his land is coveted by a group of unscrupulous businessmen who will stop at nothing to acquire it.As Jim struggles to defend his land, he is aided by a mysterious figure known as ""The Lord of Lonely Valley."" This enigmatic character is revered by the local people as a powerful and benevolent force, but his true identity remains a mystery.As the conflict between Jim and the businessmen intensifies, he must rely on his own resourcefulness and the help of his friends to protect his land and uncover the secret of the Lord of Lonely Valley. The novel is a thrilling adventure story that explores themes of courage, loyalty, and the power of the human spirit to overcome adversity.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.

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First edition bound in green cloth, with blue lettering. 12mo sized. 277 pp. A VG+ copy, has just mild rubbing at the spine tips else clean, tight & unmarked.

1927. The novel In the late spring of 1848 a mounted man, herding before him two pack-animals, paused at timberline in the mouth of a pass through the formidable range which forms the principal barrier between California and Nevada and which since has been named, for no particular reason-for such is the paucity of men's imaginations-the White Mountains. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.

A Romantic Story of Love, Hatred and Adventure

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Vintage paperback reprint. Mapback edition. "The hilariously funny financial and romantic experiences of an heir to a millioin dollars."

Webster Man's Man is a novel by Peter B. Kyne that tells the story of Webster, a young man who is determined to make something of himself. Webster grew up in a small town in the West and has always dreamed of becoming successful and wealthy. He moves to San Francisco to pursue his dreams and starts working at a bank.Webster is a hard worker and quickly rises through the ranks at the bank. He also becomes involved with a group of wealthy men who take him under their wing and show him how to live the high life. However, Webster soon realizes that the lifestyle he is living is not fulfilling and he begins to question his choices.As the story progresses, Webster faces numerous challenges and must make difficult decisions about his future. He also falls in love with a woman named Elaine, who helps him to see that there is more to life than money and success.Webster Man's Man is a story about the pursuit of wealth and success, but it also explores deeper themes of love, friendship, and personal fulfillment. It is a classic novel that has been enjoyed by generations of readers.1917. The book When John Stuart Webster, mining engineer and kicker-up-of-dust on distant trails, flagged the S.P.L.A. and S.L. Limited at a blistered board station in Death Valley, California, he had definitely resolved to do certain things. To begin, he would invade the dining car at the first call to dinner and order approximately twenty dollars' worth of ham and eggs, which provender is, as all who know will certify, the pinnacle of epicurean delight to an old sourdough coming out of the wilderness with a healthy bankroll and a healthier appetite; for even as the hydrophobic dog avoids water, so does the adventurer of the Webster type avoid the weird concoctions of high-priced French chefs until he has first satisfied that void which yawns to receive ham and eggs. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.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.

Hardcover book, no dust jacket, 1940. A novel about evolving relationships and their unpredictable outcomes.

Une bonne définition du "fonceur" avec cette fable inspirante. Épreuve ultime de courage, de foi, de bonne volonté, de débrouillardise, parsemée de courts moments de découragement et de rage qui se transforment en détermination plus forte encore pour foncer plus avant avec tous les moyens imaginables et honnêtes.

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Author: Peter Bernard Kyne (12 October 1880 – 25 November 1957) was an American writer. The Three Godfathers, The Go-Getter and Other Stories, (with active table of contents), includes: The Three Godfathers The Go-Getter The Long Chance The Valley of the Giants

This book is about a Girl that is adopted and from a very intelligent and elite Family that happened to die. She is now in a correctional fauclity and has the help of some quiet backers to bring her back and restore her place in the world.....on page 66

Cornflower Cassie's Concert is a children's book written by Peter B. Kyne. The story follows Cassie, a young girl who loves to sing and play her guitar. She dreams of one day performing on stage in front of a big audience. One day, Cassie's school announces a talent show and she decides to audition. However, she is nervous and unsure of herself. With the help of her family and friends, Cassie gains the confidence she needs to perform at the talent show. The book teaches children about the importance of pursuing their dreams and believing in themselves. It also highlights the importance of support from loved ones. The illustrations in the book are colorful and engaging, making it a great read for children of all ages.THIS 40 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE The Parson of Panamint and Other Stories, by Peter B. Kyne. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 141791453X.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.

Author: Peter Bernard Kyne (12 October 1880 – 25 November 1957) was an American writer. Collected Works of Peter B. Kyne, (with an active table of contents), includes: The Three Godfathers The Go-Getter The Long Chance The Valley of the Giants Cappy Ricks Cappy Ricks Retires Captain Scraggs Kindred of the Dust The Pride of Palomar