Cappy Ricks; Or, the Subjugation of Matt Peasley

Published in 1916, 'Cappy Ricks; Or, the Subjugation of Matt Peasley' by Peter B. Kyne is a novel set in the early 20th century that follows Cappy Ricks, an eccentric businessman and ship owner in the lumber and shipping trade. The story centers on Matt Peasley, a young sailor who rises to command the barkentine Retriever after the captain's death, leading to a conflict of ambition and authority between him and Ricks. The narrative explores themes of corporate hierarchy and personal ambition against the backdrop of San Francisco's maritime industry.