“The Road” by Cormac McCarthy
The Road by Cormac McCarthy is a novel filled with sacrifices that affect both of the main characters. The man, in particular, forfeits many of the few luxuries left in life due to his son, The boy. The man deliberately gives up basic human rights such as resources like food and water, as well as the ultimate sacrifice, his life. He does all this so that his boy might have the tiniest chance at surviving and having a better life. […]