Gunsight Pass: How Oil Came to the Cattle Country and Brought a New West: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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Gunsight Pass: How Oil Came to the Cattle Country and Brought a New West is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Raine, William MacLeod (1871–1954).
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"Gunsight Pass: How Oil Came to the Cattle Country and Brought a New West" by William MacLeod Raine is a historical novel penned in the early 20th century. The book explores the transformation of the American West, particularly focusing on the clash between oil interests and cattle ranching in a rugged frontier setting. The story centers on David Sanders, a young cowpoke, who becomes embroiled in a series of conflicts, including a horse race that pits his prized pony against a trickster's pack horse, ultimately leading Dave into a deeper struggle involving local land barons and the quest for water rights. The opening of the novel introduces the harsh, beautiful landscape of the cattle country and establishes the camaraderie among the young cowboys. It depicts a lively campfire scene filled with good-natured banter and sets the stage for an impending conflict when a bet on a horse race goes awry. As tensions rise, the protagonist, David Sanders, faces off against con-men who aim to cheat him, leading to a physical confrontation that escalates the drama within the story. This introductory portion not only captures the spirit of the rugged ranch life but also foreshadows the larger themes of personal honor and the transition of a way of life threatened by encroaching industry.
Book and edition facts
- Title: Gunsight Pass: How Oil Came to the Cattle Country and Brought a New West
- Author credits: Raine, William MacLeod (1871–1954)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Petroleum industry and trade -- Fiction
- Western stories
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- Category: American Literature
- Category: Historical Novels
- Category: Novels
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