Carson City, 1901. An aging gunfighter, JB Books (John Wayne), rides into town. His deeds are infamous and, despite his age, he is still feared and, by some, revered. However, Books is dying of cancer and has about two months to live. Initially his thoughts turn to finding a nice quite place where he can die in peace. Soon, however, he hits upon another plan, one befitting his career and involving more dignity and less suffering.
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