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“She said: Sheriff how come you to let crime get so out of hand in your county? Sounded like a fair question I reckon. Maybe it was a fair question. Anyway I told her, I said: It starts when you begin to overlook bad manners.”

Quote by Cormac McCarthy

Work

No Country for Old Men

Cormac McCarthy's novel is a haunting exploration of fate, conscience, and the moral decay of a society. The story follows a man who stumbles upon a large sum of money and becomes entangled in a dangerous chase across the desert. As the line between good and evil blurs, the protagonist is forced to confront the harsh realities of a world where the old ways no longer apply. more

Author

Cormac McCarthy
Cormac McCarthy

American novelist known for his profound literary style and rich imagination. His notable works include 'The Border Trilogy' and 'No Country for Old Men'. more

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