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Cormac McCarthy
ISBN 9781035003754
Rs. 958
Picador
All the Pretty Horses
Who it's for: Readers of literary fiction and Westerns, fans of Cormac McCarthy
In Cormac McCarthy's National Book Award-winning novel, All the Pretty Horses, sixteen-year-old John Grady Cole embarks on a perilous journey from his Texas home to Mexico. As the first installment of The Border Trilogy, this story follows his search for a new life, filled with the harsh realities of a world indifferent to innocence, but also moments of profound adventure and romance. It is both a gripping Western narrative and a deep reflection on fate, love, and the timeless conflict between civilization and untamed nature.Why You Should Read? A classic coming-of-age story, lauded for its lyrical prose and emotional depth. Explores profound themes of destiny, love, and the struggle against a formidable natural world. Features unforgettable characters and McCarthy's signature haunting, poetic narrative style. A foundational work in The Border Trilogy, offering a rich introduction to McCarthy's acclaimed borderland saga.
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- First installment of The Border Trilogy
- Won the National Book Award and National Book Critics Circle Award in 1992
- Follows sixteen-year-old John Grady Cole from Texas to Mexico
- Combines Western narrative with themes of fate, love, and nature
- Known for lyrical prose and emotional depth
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Questions about this book
Is this book part of a series?
Yes, it is the first installment of The Border Trilogy.
What awards has this book won?
It won the National Book Award and the National Book Critics Circle Award in 1992.
What is the main character's name and age?
The main character is John Grady Cole, a sixteen-year-old.
Where does the story take place?
The story begins in Texas and follows the protagonist's journey to Mexico.
What genre is this book?
It is a work of fiction, often categorized as a Western, with elements of coming-of-age and romance.