Cormac McCarthy: A Literary Companion

by Erik Hage

Cormac McCarthy, the author of such works as "Blood Meridian", "No Country for Old Men", and the "Road", is one of America's greatest living writers. With an oeuvre that spans from mountainous Appalachia to the sun-baked Southwest, he has been a rigorous examiner of the depths of human depravity, the nature of evil, and the bonds that endure between men. This companion is intended for both the scholar and lay reader seeking a comprehensive understanding of McCarthy's body of work. Organized by alphabetical encyclopedic entries, the volume offers analysis of novels, characters, motifs, allusions, plays, and themes, as well as commentary on events, people and places related to McCarthy scholarship. Most entries include a selected bibliography for further reading. A biographical introduction provides information on the life of this reclusive author, and discussion topics are provided as an aid for instructors.

200 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2010