By skyforbes 
A subversion of the western genre, which involved revisiting the founding myth of the Wild West. A realistic, thoughtful, and deeply psychological look that has become a cult classic of the 20th century.
Western literature is a rare bird these days, a genre consumed only by romantics who also adore films set in that universe, a place where violence, Native Americans, outlaws, alcohol, women, undiscovered territories, and countless other elements coexist, ultimately telling the story of humanity.
At first glance, these works may seem superficial and focused on depicting scenes of shootouts, horse chases, stagecoach robberies, or saloon fights. Far from being untrue, Western literature (like many others) hints at many reflections that fly over the pages, ready for readers to catch them on the fly and discover how these stories hide a background as deep as the most elaborate philosophical essay.
Without a doubt, narrative stratification is one of the hallmarks of Warlock, Oakley Hall’s masterpiece, which is considered one of the great American novels of the 20th century. No small feat.