Who is Rassmusen from Close Range: Wyoming Stories and what is their importance? Close_Range:_Wyoming_Stories English & Literature Rassmusen | Close Range: Wyoming Stories

Ras is a young man raised on a struggling ranch in Wyoming. Ras has always been fascinated with travel, therefore it is no surprise when he leaves home as soon as he is able and begins traveling the country. Unfortunately, Ras is in a terrible accident that brings him back home and keeps him confined to the immediate area. Ras begins riding his horse all over the countryside, often staying away for days at a time. Eventually Ras' parents hear that he has been acting inappropriately with local females. Despite this, the parents love Ras. Ras does not seem to care about his parents' embarrassment or any danger he might be in. However, it is the parents who are devastated when they discover someone has taken the law into their own hands and punished Ras for his behavior. Ras is a confused, angry young man, but he did not deserve his painful end.