Cormac-McCarthy-Obituary

Cormac McCarthy

Age 89

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Cormac McCarthy was a Pulitzer Prize-winning author known for novels including “The Road,” “Blood Meridian,” and “All the Pretty Horses.”

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R.I.P.Cormac

He has an Irish face for sure. “Cormac” in old Norse and Gaelic means “Raven.” Raven mythology and archetype suited his taking the name of Cormac. It was right and he knew it.

I am McCormick, “Son of the Raven.” The four greatest influences on my own writing are the King James Bible, Shakespeare, George Orwell, and Cormac McCarthy. I relate to Cormac McCarthy’s words as words coming from within. Not as words from the written page

I am fourth generation from a ranch in...

May God fortify you during this most difficult time.

To the family of Cormac McCarthy . Please accept my sincere condolences for the loss of your dear loved one. May the God of comfort and peace strengthen you during this difficult time.

Such a prolific writer, so amazingly talented. He has such memorable works that so many will be able to continue to enjoy. Heartfelt condolences to the McCarthy family, so very sorry for your loss. May God be with you all to help as you endure this very difficult time of your loss.