Cormac McCarthy was an American novelist known for his sparse, powerful prose and dark themes. His works, including "The Road" and "No Country for Old Men," explore violence, survival, and the human condition with unprecedented literary force.
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McCarthy's writing is characterized by sparse punctuation, biblical prose rhythms, and unflinching depictions of violence. His style is both brutal and beautiful, creating works of remarkable power and philosophical depth.
"You forget what you want to remember, and you remember what you want to forget."
"The world is quite ruthless in selecting between the dream and the reality."
"He woke in the woods in the dark and the cold of the night."
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