Publisher's Synopsis
Cappy Ricks is a novel written by Peter B. Kyne. The book tells the story of a successful and wealthy businessman named Captain Jeremiah Ricks, also known as Cappy Ricks. He is the owner of a large shipping company, and he is known for his shrewd business tactics and his ability to get things done. The story begins when Cappy Ricks is forced to retire from his company due to his failing health. He decides to pass on his legacy to his son, Matt Peasley, who is eager to take on the challenge of running the company. However, Matt soon realizes that he has a lot to learn about the business world, and he turns to his father for guidance.As Matt learns the ropes of the shipping industry, he also has to deal with the challenges of running a business in a highly competitive market. He faces fierce competition from rival companies, and he has to navigate the complex relationships between his employees, his customers, and his suppliers.Throughout the book, Cappy Ricks serves as a mentor to his son, offering him advice and support as he faces these challenges. The story is a classic tale of a father passing on his wisdom and experience to his son, and it is a testament to the enduring power of family and the importance of hard work and determination in achieving success.""How dare you contradict me?"" the Old Man growled. ""I tell you, you don't know what you are yet, barring the fact that you're an American, and the only one, with the exception of myself, in the whole damned Scowegian crew. Do you think you could get away with a bosun's job?""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.