The Nester — John S. Daniels

All his life, Rod Devers had wanted only one thing - his own spread. To get it, he hired his gun to the highest bidder. When he had it he hung up his gun. The Egan Valley exploded into range war. But Rod refused to take either side until he stood alone, deserted by friends as well as the girl he loved. Then once again he strapped on his gun and went out to take on both sides - knowing that one or the other would kill him.