The High Hander

The High Hander, written by William Oliver Turner in the early 1960s, is a Western novel set in a lawless frontier town during railroad construction. The story follows Jack Tesno, a troubleshooter tasked with restoring order amidst violence and corruption, while navigating complex relationships, particularly with the enigmatic Persia Parker. The narrative explores themes of lawlessness, personal integrity, and the intricacies of human connections, highlighted by Tesno's interactions with the town's inhabitants, including the deputy marshal Whisky Willie Silverknife.