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Pulitzer-winning American writer Cormac McCarthy, dies at 89, take a glance at his literary journey
Renowned American author Cormac McCarthy, the winner of the 2007 Pulitzer Prize for Fiction, has passed away at the age of 89 and confirmed his publisher, Penguin Random House. The acclaimed novelist is best known for his works such as The Road and No Country for Old Men, adapted into successful films.
McCarthy's literary journey began in 1965 with the release of his debut novel, The Orchard Keeper, followed by Outer Dark in 1968. Over the years, he produced notable works such as Child of God, Suttree, and Blood Meridian.
The Road, published in 2006, drew inspiration from McCarthy's relationship with his son, John, born from his third marriage to Jennifer Winkley. This masterpiece earned McCarthy the James Tait Black Memorial Prize and the 2007 Pulitzer Prize for Fiction.
The author's repertoire also includes critically acclaimed novels like All the Pretty Horses and No Country for Old Men.
The Road and No Country for Old Men found favour in Hollywood. No Country was adapted into a chilling Oscar-winning thriller directed by Joel and Ethan Coen, while The Road got the big-screen treatment with Viggo Mortensen in the lead role.
The Road, published in 2006, drew inspiration from McCarthy's relationship with his son, John, born from his third marriage to Jennifer Winkley. This masterpiece earned McCarthy the James Tait Black Memorial Prize and the 2007 Pulitzer Prize for Fiction.
The author's repertoire also includes critically acclaimed novels like All the Pretty Horses and No Country for Old Men.
The Road and No Country for Old Men found favour in Hollywood. No Country was adapted into a chilling Oscar-winning thriller directed by Joel and Ethan Coen, while The Road got the big-screen treatment with Viggo Mortensen in the lead role.