Every reader is completely captivated throughout Calumet K because it is an engrossing and excellent thriller. The reading is based on the perseverance and commitment of one individual to the building of a grain elevator. Despite the obstacles, he is able to prevail, demonstrating the significance of human behavior and choices in ordinary situations. (Samuel, Henry and Calumet 9).
To create a connection between the challenges facing the community and the experiences in the story the author of the novel makes the most of various themes, styles, and fiction, which distinguishes it from other novels. In addition, the writer is able to employ the story’s characters effectively to bring out divergent aspects that make the plot unique. The word Calumet “K” is the title of a tow million bushel grain elevator under construction.
Qualities
The Plot
Calumet K is symbolic of a grain elevator that is being designed outside Chicago. Notably, this is after an existing conflict where the railroad fails to deliver lumber thereby creating conflicts within the labor union. The man in charge of this operations seems to make less progress; therefore, contractors send a different person named Charles Banon to go finish up the assignment (Samuel et al. 11). However, Bannon finds that the existing situation has deteriorated and orders lumber be delivered by means of water. In addition, the conflict within the labor union intensifies. Moreover, there is an existing delegate who seek to make Bannon part of his corrupt deals. However, Bannon stands out as a man of integrity, lays the whole case before the president of the labor unions who is broad minded, and therefore starts an investigation on the sources of the dissension. Bannon stood out amidst battles and finishes his assignment irrespective of the stumbling block. The reading’s plot is a unique feature of the Calumet “K” novel since it evidences the role that human behavior plays towards prevailing circumstances. Bannon is able to service his community by a resolve by remaining a man of integrity who is guarded by values and virtues (Samuel et al. 13). He stands committed and dedicated throughout the operations relative to the man who was there previously. The interaction in the discussed various scenes makes the novel’s plot unique through creation of a link between daily occurrences and the role played by human decisions.
Inspiration
Calumet “K” was popular in the Chicago daily tribune named as the Vivifying romance of business. The engagement increased popularity and fame following its status dubbed as Ayn Rand’s favorite novel. The reading was viewed as a source of inspiration for her objectivist philosophy. The author to Calumet K gained popularity for having an ingrained ability to inspire people towards building a better society. Webster was able to use fiction as a quality tool through which he addressed various aspects of the society. The conflict with labor unions is an indicator of several misgivings that affect the community which can be potentially eradicated by identifying the real foe. Likewise, the novel is a source of hope that encourages people to uphold integrity and quality leadership which are integral elements towards eradication of constraints within a community. Webster as the bestselling author in his time was able to identify the most suitable texts that best suited his readers in order to prompt them to view the society with the best lens thereby enabling identification of real enemies. This is a major source of inspiration to leaders and the community as a whole that there is hope against any form of conflict if people can identify existing foes.
Quality and effective themes
Calumet “K” is a typical example of a quality fiction. It was written in the year 1901 but the events within the story are effective and suitable even after a century. In the story, Charlie Bannon tries his very best to establish a grain elevator in Chicago but contends with multiple difficulties that threaten the project. However, he emerges a hero in the story and is able to overcome all hurdles on his way. He is extremely talented and skillful as evidenced since challenges do not overcome his endeavors. Additionally, he is fond of his work and invests most of his time towards pursuing the motive at hand. Through the challenges, he acquires skills and the capability to overcome by showing boldness and refusing to compromise his standards. The trait is evidence that quality human skills such as hard work, commitment and dedication play a remarkable role towards fostering personal growth and development. There is proof of existence of key skills requisite for right leadership by manifesting determination to overcome any existing encumbrance through an enduring passion. Bannon eventually succeeds in establishing a grain elevator, which is an encouragement that despite the challenges, there is hope at the end of the tunnel. The themes are evident throughout the novel and play an integral role in making the reading a unique thriller. Notably, with the help of the story, it is easy to view and understand the American way of living at the beginning of the 20th century. It is marked by confidence that individuals have an inner ability of achieving greatness in their lives. The statement makes the story special and enjoyable throughout the novel (Lehman 24).
A representation of the human challenges and weaknesses
The novel has several aspects which are unusual in nature. The story is captivating since it uses daily experiences to bring out its themes. Different countries experience economic constraints and labor strikes including strikes from governmental bodies. In the rank of corruption, countries with poor leadership encounter poor performance in the economy because it is controlled by the private sector. In the novel, regarding the grain elevator business, there seems to be railway strikes, commercial and financial matters whose roots are in the quality of the leadership. This is a story that addresses the existing challenges showing the inner workings of the labor union. It is a symbol of men who are the backbone and strength of economy. Determination of Bannon to bring change to the society and rise against existing forms of stagnation is a representative that the current challenges existing in the market lie in virtue of leadership. The grain men and rival capitalist join Bannon to build the grain elevator thereby showing the kind and quality of leadership they want. The story design shows that people are real resources that govern the kind of leadership they expect (Butler 16).
Works Cited
Butler. "Henry K websters's novel of chicago and chicagoans ." 1918.
Lehman . "Change in Urban America: The early 20th century through the works of Henry Kitchell Webster ."2012.
Samuel, Henry and Calumet. The story of an American builder, Curtis publishing company, 1901.
