Cormac McCarthy Books

The Road (2006) is a dystopian thriller following a father-and-son duo fighting to survive in a bleak, post-apocalyptic landscape. Forced to scavenge for food and supplies, threatened by gangs of outlaw survivors, and faced with death and illness, the duo struggle to maintain morality and hope in a world that seems to have lost all humanity.

All the Pretty Horses is a novel set in 1949 about a young cowboy named John Grady Cole who leaves his home in Texas to seek adventure in Mexico. Along with his friend Lacey Rawlins, he embarks on a journey filled with danger, love, and self-discovery as they encounter a harsh and unforgiving landscape. McCarthy's beautiful prose and vivid storytelling make this a captivating and unforgettable read.

No Country for Old Men is a thrilling novel by Cormac McCarthy that takes place in the desolate landscape of West Texas. When a man stumbles upon a drug deal gone wrong and a case full of money, he sets off a chain of events that leads to relentless pursuit by a ruthless killer. Filled with tension and moral dilemmas, this book delves into the darkness of human nature and the unpredictable consequences of our actions.

Blood Meridian (1985) tells the gripping tale of “the kid,” a runaway teenager who falls in with several gangs of violent filibusters following the Mexican-American War. Inspired by historical events, the story follows the outlaws as they cut a bloody swath through the desert wilderness, murdering Mexicans, Native Americans, and fellow men alike.

Cities of the Plain is a novel by Cormac McCarthy that tells the story of two cowboys, John Grady Cole and Billy Parham, who work on a ranch in New Mexico. Set against the backdrop of the Mexican-American border, the book explores themes of love, friendship, and the harsh realities of life in the American West.

Child of God is a novel by Cormac McCarthy that delves into the dark and disturbing world of a reclusive and violent man named Lester Ballard. Set in the mountains of Tennessee, the book explores themes of isolation, madness, and the thin line between civilization and savagery. It is a haunting and thought-provoking read that challenges the reader's perceptions of humanity.

Suttree is a novel by Cormac McCarthy that delves into the life of Cornelius Suttree, a man who has chosen to live on the fringes of society in 1950s Knoxville, Tennessee. Through rich prose and vivid storytelling, McCarthy explores themes of isolation, redemption, and the human experience, creating a compelling and thought-provoking literary work.