"Kindred of the Dust" by Peter B. Kyne is a story set in a small lumber town in the early 20th century, centering on Hector McKaye, a wealthy man and father, as he grapples with the complexities of wealth, family obligations, and doing what's right. The story opens with Hector observing his ships returning to Port Agnew, a town he was instrumental in building, highlighting his ambitions, especially for his son Donald, who is trying to find his place in the world while attending high school. The lives of Hector and Donald intersect with Caleb Brent and his daughter Nan, who live humbly on the Sawdust Pile, a debated area within Port Agnew. Through the interactions and developing relationships between Donald and Nan, and Hector's expectations, the narrative hints at upcoming conflicts and pivotal moments that play out in the town.
Kindred of the Dust
By Peter B. (Peter Bernard) Kyne
A lumber town magnate watches his son's life intertwine with a modest girl from the wrong side of the tracks, setting off a chain of events that test the bonds of family and community.
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About the AuthorPeter Bernhard Kyne was an American novelist who published between 1904 and 1940. He was born and died in San Francisco, California. Many of his works were adapted into screenplays starting during the silent film era, particularly his first novel, The Three Godfathers, which was published in 1913 and proved to be a huge success. More than 100 films were adapted from his works between 1914 and 1952, many of the earliest without consent or compensation. Kyne created the character of Cappy Ricks in a series of novels.
Peter Bernhard Kyne was an American novelist who published between 1904 and 1940. He was born and died in San Francisco, California. Many of his works were adapted into screenplays starting during the silent film era, particularly his first novel, The Three Godfathers, which was published in 1913 and proved to be a huge success. More than 100 films were adapted from his works between 1914 and 1952, many of the earliest without consent or compensation. Kyne created the character of Cappy Ricks in a series of novels.
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