The Valley of the Giants

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The Valley of the Giants by Peter B. Kyne

Set in Northern California, the story of The Valley of the Giants by Peter B. Kyne revolves around and depicts the life of redwood magnates in the fictional town of Sequoia. Though there are romantic elements in the book, its main focus is on the way business was conducted in the early days of capitalism. The book’s focus on business aspects provides interesting insight into what life was like during the financial crisis, and how business was conducted during this hard time.

The Valley of the Giants is also a book that brings nature and the natural richness of North California closer to the reader. The beauty of the Pacific Northwest is depicted vividly, outdoor life and its hardships are also described in great detail.

The novel is full not only of beautifully worded descriptions of the natural environment, but of well-developed, and rounded characters as well. It is definitely a manly book, even if the main character is and intelligent, shrewd woman. The standard of values that drives the actions of the main hero is very clearly defined, so Kyne created a world in which the division between good and evil is crystal clear – all it takes to act in the name of these values is courage.

The Valley of the Giants has something for everyone, whatever the preferences. There is action, there is romance, there is adventure and mystery, and the narration strings together all these elements in a masterful way.

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