02110cam a22003133u 4500 1809 UtSlPG 20260610133049.0 m cr n 260607r1999||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PS Raine, William MacLeod, 1871-1954 Bucky O'Connor: A Tale of the Unfenced Border Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 1999 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 1999-07-01 Mary Starr and David Widger Updated: 2023-01-25. "Bucky O'Connor: A Tale of the Unfenced Border" by William MacLeod Raine is a novel likely written in the early 20th century, characterized by its vivid portrayal of frontier life and adventure in the American West. The story revolves around Bucky O'Connor, a resourceful young man described as sharp and capable, who embarks on a quest filled with thrilling encounters and challenges against the backdrop of a lawless land. At the start of the book, we are introduced to a tense and entertaining train ride where passengers are embroiled in a chaotic situation spearheaded by the charismatic sheriff, Bear-Trap Collins. Collins finds himself amidst a train robbery orchestrated by a notorious gang, showcasing both his bravado and the dangers of the unruly West. Meanwhile, Bucky O'Connor is gradually positioned as a critical character who will later be pivotal in untangling the web of crime presented at the heart of this opening. The initial chapter establishes a light-hearted yet suspenseful tone around pivotal moments, introducing readers to a lively cast and setting the stage for an adventure steeped in action and excitement. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Fiction Western stories https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/1809 43920 43920