The Go-Getter

by Peter B. Kyne

Overview

"The Go-Getter" by Peter B. Kyne is a moving parable of determination and entrepreneurial spirit that has inspired many readers since it was originally published in 1921. This short little book is the story of Bill Peck, a veteran of WWI, who convinces Cappy Ricks, the founder of a logging and lumber company, to give him a job opportunity. "The Go-Getter" is the story of perseverance in the face of adversity that is essentially at the heart of success.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781596740273
Publisher:	Neeland Media LLC
Publication date:	01/01/2011
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
File size:	901 KB

About the Author

Peter B. Kyne (October 12, 1880 - November 25, 1957) was an American novelist who published between 1904 and 1940.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 also created the character of Cappy Ricks in a series of novels.