TY  - BOOK
AU  - Raine,William MacLeod
TI  - Bucky O'Connor: A Tale of the Unfenced Border
AV  - PS 
PY  - 1999///
CY  - Salt Lake City, UT
PB  - Project Gutenberg
KW  - Fiction
KW  - Western stories
N1  - Release date is 1999-07-01; Mary Starr and David Widger
Updated: 2023-01-25; Original publication data not identified
N2  - "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.)
UR  - https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/1809
ER  -