피터 B. 카인의 성공의 기회

The Long Chance by Peter B. Kyne

피터 B. 카인(Peter B. Kyne) 지음

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영어로 읽는 고전 _ 피터 B. 카인의 성공의 기회
"The Long Chance"는 캘리포니아 사막의 광산을 배경으로 한 피터 B. 카인의 모험 소설입니다.
주인공 존 파커 채닝은 사막에서 금광을 발견하고 부자가 될 꿈을 품습니다. 그는 극한의 자연환경, 자금 부족, 그리고 그의 성공을 방해하려는 경쟁자들과 맞서 싸우며 자신의 꿈을 이루기 위해 노력합니다.
작가는 1900년대 초 캘리포니아 광산 지역의 거친 삶과 개척 정신을 생생하게 담아냅니다. 불굴의 의지로 시련을 극복해가는 주인공의 모습을 통해 기회를 잡기 위한 도전과 인내의 가치를 보여주며, 서부 개척시대의 생생한 모습을 그려낸 작품입니다.

Classics in English _ The Long Chance by Peter B. Kyne
"The Long Chance" is an adventure novel by Peter B. Cain set in the California desert mines.
The main character, John Parker Channing, dreams of finding gold in the desert and becoming rich. He struggles to achieve his dream while fighting against extreme natural environments, lack of funds, and competitors who try to hinder his success.
The author vividly captures the rough life and pioneering spirit of the California mining region in the early 1900s. Through the protagonist's indomitable will to overcome trials, the work shows the value of challenge and perseverance to seize opportunities, and vividly depicts the era of the Western frontier.

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Contents
CHAPTER I. It was sunrise on the Colorado desert
CHAPTER II. It was still dark when the Desert Rat regained consciousness
CHAPTER III. Serenely indifferent to the fact
CHAPTER IV. When Donna and Mr. Pennycook had succeeded eventually
CHAPTER V. As has been intimated elsewhere in this story
CHAPTER VI. Donna sat there until sunrise
CHAPTER VII. Early in the forenoon of the day following
CHAPTER VIII. Donna's mail-order library proved a great source of comfort
CHAPTER IX. Bob McGraw threw back his red head and chuckled
CHAPTER X. Now; in order to insure even perfunctory understanding
CHAPTER XI. It must have been a sublime faith in that homely adage
CHAPTER XII. The first intimation that Bob received of this laxity
CHAPTER XIII. The second event in Donna Corblay's life was about to be consummated
CHAPTER XIV. Now, to the man in whose nature there is a broad streak
CHAPTER XV. The once prosperous mining camp of Garlock
CHAPTER XVI. Mr. Hennage turned slowly and walked out of the drug-store
CHAPTER XVII. It is one of the compensating laws of existence
CHAPTER XVIII. Thanksgiving came and went
CHAPTER XIX. Why Harley P. Hennage should elect to return to
CHAPTER XX. Carey sat huddled dejectedly in his chair

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Summary
"The Long Chance" by Peter B. Kyne is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story is set against the backdrop of the rugged Colorado desert, exploring themes of adventure, human ambition, and survival. The central characters introduced in the opening chapters include a rugged prospector known as the Desert Rat, a finicky Easterner from Boston, and a Cahuilla Indian, all of whom are on a quest for fortune through mining. At the start of the novel, the sun rises over the Colorado desert, where the distinct personalities of the three men are revealed during their journey towards a mining prospect. The exchange between them showcases the contrast between the carefree, adventurous spirit of the Desert Rat and the anxiety of the Easterner, who is ill-prepared for the harsh realities of desert life. Their dialogue reflects the tension arising from their differing backgrounds, while the appearance of a sandstorm adds a layer of urgency to their expedition. As fate would have it, this expedition leads to the discovery of a potentially lucrative mining claim, setting the stage for conflict over rights and ownership that hints at the themes of greed and betrayal that will unfold in the narrative.

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"The Long Chance"는 캘리포니아 사막지대의 광산을 배경으로 한 모험과 성공을 그린 소설입니다.
이야기는 광부인 존 파커 채닝을 중심으로 전개됩니다. 그는 사막에서 부자가 될 수 있는 금광을 발견하지만, 이를 개발하기 위해서는 많은 어려움을 극복해야 합니다. 험난한 자연환경, 자금 부족, 그리고 그의 꿈을 방해하려는 경쟁자들과 맞서 싸우면서 자신의 꿈을 이루기 위해 노력합니다.
카인은 이 작품에서 캘리포니아 광산 지역의 거친 삶과 개척 정신을 생생하게 묘사합니다. 주인공의 불굴의 의지와 끈기, 그리고 위기를 기회로 바꾸는 지혜를 통해 성공을 향한 진정한 여정이 무엇인지를 보여줍니다. 특히 당시 서부 개척시대의 분위기와 광산업의 현실을 사실적으로 그려낸 점이 돋보이는 작품입니다.

Book Review
"The Long Chance" is a novel of adventure and success set in the California desert.
The story centers around John Parker Channing, a miner. He discovers a gold mine in the desert that could make him rich, but he must overcome many difficulties to develop it. He struggles to achieve his dream while fighting against the harsh natural environment, lack of funds, and competitors who try to stop him.
In this work, Cain vividly depicts the rough life and pioneering spirit of the California mining region. Through the protagonist's unyielding will and perseverance, and his wisdom to turn crisis into opportunity, he shows what a true journey to success is. In particular, the work stands out for its realistic depiction of the atmosphere of the Western pioneer era and the reality of the mining industry at the time.

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저자(글) 피터 B. 카인(Peter B. Kyne)

피터 B. 카인(Peter B. Kyne, 1880-1957)은 미국의 소설가이자 저널리스트였습니다. 샌프란시스코에서 태어나 캘리포니아에서 대부분의 생을 보냈으며, 서부 개척 시대와 캘리포니아의 삶을 생생하게 그린 작품들로 유명합니다.
그는 상업적으로 매우 성공한 작가였으며, 그의 많은 작품들이 할리우드 영화로 제작되었습니다. 대표작으로는 "The Valley of the Giants"(1918)와 "The Go-Getter"(1921)가 있습니다. 특히 "The Go-Getter"는 비즈니스 정신과 성공에 대한 이야기로, 오늘날까지도 경영 문헌에서 자주 인용되는 작품입니다.
카인은 젊은 시절 목재 산업에서 일한 경험을 바탕으로, 캘리포니아의 삼림 산업과 개척자들의 삶을 사실적으로 묘사했습니다. 그의 작품들은 모험, 로맨스, 비즈니스가 어우러진 독특한 스타일로, 20세기 초반 미국 대중문학의 중요한 한 축을 이루었습니다.

Peter B. Kyne (1880-1957) was an American novelist and journalist. Born in San Francisco and living most of his life in California, he is known for his vivid depictions of the Wild West and California life.
He was a very commercially successful writer, and many of his works were made into Hollywood films. His most famous works include "The Valley of the Giants" (1918) and "The Go-Getter" (1921). "The Go-Getter" in particular is a story of business spirit and success, and is still frequently cited in business literature today.
Based on his experience working in the lumber industry in his youth, Kyne realistically depicted the forestry industry and pioneer life in California. His works, with their unique style of adventure, romance, and business, formed an important part of American popular literature in the early 20th century.