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Write Like Cormac McCarthy in 21 Minutes
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Write Like Cormac McCarthy in 21 Minutes

Cormac McCarthy is one of the best American writers I’ve ever read. Perhaps the best. His stories embody myth and human nature, often exploring the worst of humanity to shine a light on the best.

This episode breaks down a passage from All the Pretty Horses, a simple passage that says little about character or plot, but much about McCarthy’s talent as a writer. There are several takeaways here for the rest of us.

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