Cormac McCarthys Philosophy

This study contends that American writer Cormac McCarthy not only is philosophical, or a writer of ideas, but rather that he has a philosophy. Devoting one main chapter to each facet of McCarthys thought his metaphysics, epistemology, and ethics, respectively the study engages in focused readings of all of McCarthys major works. Along the way, the study brings McCarthys ideas into conversation with a host of philosophers who range from Plato to Alain Badiou, with figures such as William James, Martin Heidegger, Hannah Arendt, and Slavoj iek featured prominently. Situated at the crossroads of literary studies, literary theory, cultural studies, continental philosophy, and theology, the appeal of Cormac McCarthys Philosophy is widespread and deeply interdisciplinary.