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- Name: Charles McCarthy
- Born: July 20, 1933
- Birthplace: Providence, Rhode Island
- Literary Genre: Southern Gothic, Western
- June 5, 2007: Oprah Winfrey hosts first-ever TV interview
- Often compared to William Faulkner and Herman Melville
- Awards: 2007 Pulitzer Prize, 1992 National Book Award
- Spouse: Jennifer Winkley
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American novelist Cormac McCarthy's most recent novel is the post-apocalyptic father-son adventure The Road. His previous novel, the western No Country for Old Men, was adapted into a motion picture directed by The Coen Brothers. The film was awarded Best Picture, Best Director and Best Adapted Screenplay at the 2008 Oscars.
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Cormac McCarthy Questions
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What do you think of Cormac McCarthy's novels? 1 AnswerI think his books beautifully written, but very stark in some ways. I think he's a really good writer, with good characterization, as well as imagery. All the ... read more -
Book was awesome, where can I find reviews for the movie version of Cormac McCarthys The Road? 3 AnswersVisit Esquire magazine's article, titled, "The Road Is the Most Important Movie of the Year". You'll be pleased to know that they've provided the first officia... read more -
Finished The Road by Cormac McCarthy again. What is your favorite book of the past decade? 3 AnswersCongrats on the reading of The Road, interesting. Here's come of my favorite books to read and re-read from the past several years. maybe you'll like them too :... read more -
Cormac McCarthy's "The Road", is a post-apocalyptic world filled with barbaric and inhumane survival. Would you be strong enough to go on? 1 AnswerI would not take my life or the lives of my family. I would get together with my brother and some friends. We are good with weapons and tools, and we would be... read more
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