G. Clifton Wisler

He was a North Texas schoolteacher who became a prolific author best known for his historical novels, most of them written for young adults. He had written 73 books and 22 short stories and had contributed numerous articles to Boys' Life magazine for at least 20 years. Born in Oklahoma City, Mr. Wisler grew up in Dallas, where he graduated with honors from Hillcrest High School in 1968. He received his bachelor's degree from Southern Methodist University in 1972 and …