Blood Meridian

Name: Blood Meridian
Brand: Random House USA Inc
SKU: 9780679728757
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Or the Evening Redness in the West

By Cormac McCarthy

Series: Vintage International

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( 178,439 ratings, 18,267 reviews)

Summary

Blood Meridian by Cormac McCarthy is a harrowing and poetic exploration of violence and survival in the American West. It follows a nameless protagonist, known as "the Kid," who becomes entangled with the brutal Glanton gang as they hunt for Native American scalps. Set against a stark and unforgiving landscape, the narrative delves into themes of chaos and divinity, as well as the complexities of human nature.
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You might enjoy this book if you're intrigued by gritty Western settings and appreciate a story that richly explores themes of violence and existentialism. The narrative is atmospheric, with complex characters and a masterful writing style that delves into the darker aspects of the human psyche. Its vivid and often brutal exploration of the American frontier may appeal to those interested in history with a philosophical edge.

Blood Meridian

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Celebrate a landmark of American literature with the 25th Anniversary Edition of Cormac McCarthy's Blood Meridian. Renowned for his unflinching portrayal of humanity's darker aspects, McCarthy delivers a harrowing and masterfully crafted narrative that reimagines the mythology of the Wild West with stark realism. This epic novel delves deep into the violence and moral chaos that accompanied America's westward expansion, challenging and subverting the conventions of the Western genre.

Named one of The Atlantic's Great American Novels of the Past 100 Years, Blood Meridian is anchored by the story of a nameless protagonist known simply as "the Kid," a fourteen-year-old from Tennessee. Through a series of brutal and nightmarish events, the Kid finds himself navigating the volatile landscape of the Texas-Mexico borderlands in the 1850s. In a world where the hunt for Indian scalps has become a gruesome business, the Kid crosses paths with a cast of mercenaries and outlaws, each drawn into the murky and violent enterprise.

McCarthy's audacious prose paints a haunting portrait of the American frontier, crafted with vivid imagery and a philosophical depth that invites readers to ponder the nature of violence and the concept of manifest destiny. His iconic writing style, characterised by its minimal punctuation and sweeping, cinematic scenes, brings to life an era fraught with moral ambiguity and existential dread.

As you embark on the journey through Blood Meridian, you'll be immersed in a world of visceral storytelling that is as much about the inner turbulence of its characters as it is about its stark landscapes and historical context. McCarthy's exploration of humanity's primal instincts invites contemplation on the thin line between civilisation and savagery.

For those enthralled by McCarthy's narrative prowess, look for his latest bestselling novels, The Passenger and Stella Maris, which continue to captivate audiences with their profound storytelling and complex themes.

Series: Vintage International

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Blood Meridian by Cormac McCarthy is often hailed as a classic American novel, notable for its themes of violence and regeneration. Critics compare McCarthy's mastery to literary giants like Melville and Faulkner, regarding this work as a significant achievement and a testament to his enduring narrative prowess. His writing is celebrated for its realism and evocative power, marking him as an influential and admired storyteller.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780679728757

Publisher: Random House USA Inc

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 05 May 1992

Country: United States

Imprint: Vintage Books

Audience: General / adult, Tertiary education

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 20.0mm

Width: 131.0mm

Height: 203.0mm

Weight: 266g

Pages: 368

Collections

All Books Cormac McCarthy Fiction General Fiction Literary Fiction Series: Vintage International Tim's Books

About the Author

The novels of the American writer, CORMAC McCARTHY, have received a number of literary awards, including the Pulitzer Prize, the National Book Award, and the National Book Critics Circle Award. His works adapted to film include All the Pretty Horses, The Road, and No Country for Old Men—the latter film receiving four Academy Awards, including the award for Best Picture. He died in 2023.