In the untamed wilderness of the South Pacific, a young man named Van Weyden embarks on a perilous journey to the remote island of Tasman. Driven by a thirst for adventure and a desire to escape his troubled past, he finds himself entangled in a web of intrigue and danger. As Van Weyden delves deeper into the island's secrets, he encounters a mysterious tribe of natives, a ruthless band of pirates, and a beautiful woman who holds the key to his destiny. With each step, he uncovers a hidden world of ancient legends, forbidden knowledge, and a battle for survival that will test his limits and forever alter the course of his life.

Turn of the century sibling rivalry between successful but uptight California businessman and his ne'er-do-well older brother, both widowers with equally-different 20-ish daughters. Written in 1911.