피터 B. 카인의 해운업에 재 도전하다

Cappy Ricks Retires _ But That Doesn,t Keep Him from Coming Back Stronger Than Ever by Peter B. Kyne

피터 B. 카인(Peter B. Kyne) 지음

디즈비즈북스 2024년 11월 13일 출간

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영어로 읽는 고전 _ 피터 B. 카인의 해운업에 재 도전하다
"Cappy Ricks Retires"는 카인의 인기 캐릭터 캐피 릭스의 새로운 모험을 그린 작품입니다.
이야기는 은퇴를 선언한 캐피 릭스가 제1차 세계대전으로 인한 해운업계의 혼란 속에서 다시 사업 일선에 복귀하게 되는 것을 그립니다. 늙었지만 여전히 날카로운 사업 감각을 지닌 릭스는 전시 상황에서 발생하는 다양한 문제들을 자신만의 방식으로 해결해 나갑니다.
이 소설은 전쟁이라는 특수한 상황 속에서도 포기하지 않는 노련한 사업가의 모습을 그리며, 나이는 단지 숫자에 불과하다는 메시지를 전달합니다. 해운업계의 현실적인 묘사와 함께, 릭스 특유의 재치 있는 대화와 지혜로운 판단이 돋보이는 작품입니다.

Classics Read in English _ Cappy Ricks Retires _ But That Doesn,t Keep Him from Coming Back Stronger Than Ever by Peter B. Kyne
"Cappy Ricks Retires" is a work depicting the new adventures of Cain's popular character Cappy Ricks.
The story depicts Cappy Ricks, who declared retirement, returning to the front lines of business during the chaos of the shipping industry due to World War I. Ricks, who is old but still has a sharp business sense, solves various problems that arise in wartime in his own way.
This novel depicts the figure of a seasoned businessman who does not give up even in the special circumstances of war, and delivers the message that age is just a number. Along with the realistic depiction of the shipping industry, it is a work that stands out with Ricks' characteristic witty dialogue and wise judgment.

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Contents
CHAPTER I. If you have read previous tales of the Blue Star Navigation Company
CHAPTER II. Cappy Ricks was at his office at eight-fifty
CHAPTER III. A small army of men swarmed over
CHAPTER IV. On that first voyage the Narcissus carried general cargo
CHAPTER V. While the Narcissus was loading
CHAPTER VI. Throughout the long, lazy days
CHAPTER VII. Arrived ashore, Captain Murphy hurried to the cable office
CHAPTER VIII. Just about the time the Narcissus was kicking ahead
CHAPTER IX. When Michael J. Murphy returned to consciousness
CHAPTER X. Cappy Ricks, who claimed to know Mike Murphy's kind
CHAPTER XI. Capt. Michael J. Murphy's futile tears of rage
CHAPTER XII. In the course of the afternoon
CHAPTER XIII. IT may appear strange that during the days
CHAPTER XIV. TERENCE Reardon's preparations for the night's work
CHAPTER XV. Mr. Schultz, the first assistant
CHAPTER XVI. At eight o'clock Mr. Schultz relieved the second mate
CHAPTER XVII. At twelve o'clock the second assistant engineer
CHAPTER XVIII. At ten minutes to four Mr. Uhl, the second assistant
CHAPTER XIX. Michael J. Murphy had two shots left in his automatic
CHAPTER XX. When Captain the Hon. Desmond O'Hara
CHAPTER XXI. Capt. Matt Peasley, with his heart in his throat
CHAPTER XXII. Long after the British consul had departed Cappy Ricks sat alone
CHAPTER XXIII. In due course Captain Michael J. Murphy
CHAPTER XXIV. One of the remarks most frequently heard on California Street
CHAPTER XXV. When the Retriever was out from Manila seventy days
CHAPTER XXVI. Excerpt from the log of Captain Matt Peasley relief skipper
CHAPTER XXVII. Four months had passed since the Ecudorian had spoken
CHAPTER XXVIII. ALAS! Man proposes, but God disposes
CHAPTER XXIX. For a long time after old Joe Gurney had terminated his visit
CHAPTER XXX. Three weeks later Alden P. Ricks arrived in New York
CHAPTER XXXI. Cappy Ricks' meditations were interrupted
CHAPTER XXXII. True to his word he presented himself in Cappy's lair
CHAPTER XXXIII. During the period when Joey Gurney was busy doing
CHAPTER XXXIV. Time passed
CHAPTER XXXV. Shortly after noon on the day of his small triumph over
CHAPTER XXXVI. And he turned toward the entrance to the Merchants' Exchange
CHAPTER XXXVII. Ten minutes later Cappy dashed up to the entrance
CHAPTER XXXVIII. Three months later Cappy Ricks sat alone in his office
CHAPTER XXXIX. The practical theft from the West Coast Trading Company
CHAPTER XL. Cappy Ricks was, for the thousandth time
CHAPTER XLI. Cappy Ricks called up J. O. Heyfuss
CHAPTER XLII. Directly luncheon was over and Cappy Ricks
CHAPTER XLIII. Late that afternoon Cappy Ricks graciously summoned
CHAPTER XLIV. Whenever Cappy Ricks made up his mind
CHAPTER XLV. For once in his busy life it was
CHAPTER XLVI. With this Parthian shot Matt himself retired
CHAPTER XLVII. When his visitors had gone Cappy Ricks gave orders
CHAPTER XLVIII. Cappy Ricks and J. Augustus Redell arrived at the Merchants' Exchange
CHAPTER XLIX. Cappy Ricks entered his office at the unheard-of hour of eight-thirty
CHAPTER L. Mr. Hankins withdrew, greatly crestfallen
CHAPTER LI. To begin, there was the task of superintending the installation
CHAPTER LII. On the very day the Narcissus left Galveston
CHAPTER LIII. For the first time in his life Cappy Ricks was in financial
CHAPTER LIV. The horse tenders in the other holds were summoned
CHAPTER LV. The entire office force of the Blue Star Navigation Company
CHAPTER LVI. Cappy Ricks came down to his office
CHAPTER LVII. It will be recalled that war with Germany
CHAPTER LVIII. The following day Cappy had a call from Sam Daniels
CHAPTER LIX. The campaign for the Liberty bonds brought Cappy
CHAPTER LX. Two weeks later the old Costa Rica
CHAPTER LXI. Two days passed uneventfully

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Summary
"Cappy Ricks Retires: But That Doesn't Keep Him from Coming Back Stronger Than…" by Peter B. Kyne is a novel likely written during the early 20th century. The narrative centers around Cappy Ricks, who has recently announced his retirement from the presidency of the Blue Star Navigation Company but is unable to fully step away from the business. As he clings to his old responsibilities, the story explores themes of leadership, loyalty, and the idiosyncrasies of the maritime world through a cast of vibrant characters, most notably the chief engineer Terence Reardon and captain Mike Murphy. The opening of the book introduces the struggle of Cappy Ricks to actually enjoy his retirement while still being involved in the affairs of his shipping company. Faced with various personnel decisions, he insists on having his say regarding who leads the new vessel, the "Narcissus". Cappy’s interactions reveal his larger-than-life personality, his wisdom gained from years in the industry, and the cultural nuances of hiring Irishmen for chief positions. The stage is set for a potential conflict as Cappy must navigate these dynamics while the newly hired Reardon and Murphy prepare to set sail, but not without Cappy's meddling in their affairs, highlighting his unyielding connection to the company even in retirement.

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"Cappy Ricks Retires"는 카인의 인기 캐릭터인 캐피 릭스가 다시 등장하는 후속작입니다.
은퇴를 선언한 캐피 릭스는 평화로운 노후를 보내려 했지만, 제1차 세계대전의 발발과 함께 다시 해운업계로 복귀하게 됩니다. 전쟁으로 인한 해운업계의 혼란 속에서, 릭스는 자신의 오랜 경험과 사업적 수완을 발휘하여 다양한 문제들을 해결해 나갑니다.
이 소설은 단순한 모험 이야기를 넘어서, 전시 상황에서의 미국 해운업계의 모습과 노련한 사업가의 지혜를 현실감 있게 그려내고 있습니다. 특히 은퇴했음에도 불구하고 더욱 강하게 돌아온 릭스의 모습을 통해, 나이와 상관없이 자신의 전문성과 열정을 발휘할 수 있다는 메시지를 전달합니다.

Book Review
"Cappy Ricks Retires" is a sequel to Cain's popular character Cappy Ricks.
Cappy Ricks, who had announced his retirement, wanted to spend his old age peacefully, but with the outbreak of World War I, he returned to the shipping industry. In the midst of the chaos of the shipping industry due to the war, Ricks used his long experience and business acumen to solve various problems.
This novel goes beyond a simple adventure story, and realistically depicts the American shipping industry in wartime and the wisdom of a seasoned businessman. In particular, through Ricks' return stronger than ever despite his retirement, it conveys the message that one can demonstrate one's expertise and passion regardless of age.

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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.