New York: Random House, (1985). First Edition. Hardcover. Octavo. 337 pages. McCarthy's masterpiece. Set in the American Southwest between 1849-1850 and based heavily on Samuel Chamberlain's memoir, 'My Confession,' this was McCarthy's only historical novel. Spectacularly written, he brings some unforgettable characters to life--including the landscape itself. Judge Holden is..... More