'He had a certain passion about life': Long-time friend remembers renowned author Cormac McCarthy

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McCarthy's long-time friend, Knoxville attorney Dennis Francis, said he could fascinate people with a story about paint drying. He gave us a window into his life.
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@MrDanbloom Жыл бұрын

"God's mercy on the Wild Ginger Man because he was The Ginger Man" -- says Francis Murphy with deep emotion in the final audio on this video. R.IP.

@Dave.M_Guitar Жыл бұрын

Very sad to hear of Cormac's passing. One of the all time greats. This was a beautiful tribute. Thanks, from a fellow Irishman

@MerkinMuffly Жыл бұрын

I think Suttree is the greatest autobiography ever written and Blood Meridian the greatest American novel ever written, it truly shows where America came from and where it still is and how it will probably end. Most of the world probably doesn't understand magnitude of the loss of Cormac McCarthy in the literary world , but I do, and I'm feeling about as down as one of the characters in one of his books today.

@1993yaeger 11 ай бұрын

Suttree had some of the most beautiful sentences I’ve ever read. His vocabulary was just out of this world.

@tomb5396 10 ай бұрын

Suttree, you just feel the character. This is true to his own experience. Blood meridian master piece. Every other read, some new detail pops

@jasonuerkvitz3756 8 ай бұрын

It's okay, my friend, he's moved on into the dark mountains where he waits for us, tending the fire.

@johnshannon9656 8 ай бұрын

"Blood Meridian" is great but I think everything he wrote after that is superior. When he got out of his Faulkner groove, he excelled.

@juancarlosgallegos3902 11 ай бұрын

Man I'm not surprised they were good friends. This guy is full of delightful turns of phrase. "You cashed your check outta the cash register." "He was a wolf after the coin." "He was no spring chicken." "Most of us can't walk a straight line and chew gum."

@thatfatguy7591 Жыл бұрын

I am deeply saddened by his passing. I am currently reading Blood Meridian and went online to plan out the next book of his to read and was confused bec i was on his wiki page and it had his death as of june 13 2023 and I was like wait today is june 13 2023. I was in shock. The first book of his i read was no country for old men and was instantly hooked. I'd have to say my favorites of his are all the pretty horses and the crossing. His writing is archaic, brutish, deeply mysterious and mystical, and i have loved and enjoyed my time in the worlds he has created. Thank you Cormac Mccarthy for all the wonderful stories. Rest in peace.

@19MichaelDixon 11 ай бұрын

I'm reading Blood Meridian also. My Mom and I both read a TON of books and she asked what I am reading. I told her and she said "He died last week." And I had no idea bit his story telling ability is second to none.

@beloved7244 Жыл бұрын

He is the best writer for me. After reading blood meridian, he always speaks in my heart even though English is not my mother tongue. I just love his beautiful sad nostalgic writing and today one world closed the door. RIP. Sad

@hopelore Жыл бұрын

Nothing short of a legend. He earned a well-deserved place in the American literary canon

@1Tomrider Жыл бұрын

Fantastic and completely unique author! His line that, "You never know what worse luck your bad luck has saved you from!" is haunting and just a little frightening!

@Dapryor Жыл бұрын

I just started rereading The Crossing when I heard the news. There’s few celebrities that have a real impact on me with their passing and this is definitely one of them.

@codygusto9654 Жыл бұрын

Really appreciate Dennis's insights into Cormac here. Very genuine and sincere, what a great interview.

@QuietExplorations Жыл бұрын

To be honest, I could listen to Mr. Francis tell stories for hours!

@dbob3405 Жыл бұрын

I saw recently that there was going to be another attempt to turn Blood Meridian into a movie. I hope it is a success as the book is incredibly cinematic. Of the books of his that I have read, all have been outstanding. I read The Road in a single setting and felt it depicted the most realistic version of the end of the world I had ever encountered. Blood Meridian is a tour de force. It operates on so many levels and distills the essence of mankind devoid of grace or empathy. It is a naked exposition of all the violence, greed and sadism that we have exhibited throughout time. The Judge is a character taken right out of Milton and may be the most interesting character ever created by an American writer. He was a writer’s writer-a true artist

@paulrom446 Жыл бұрын

A Man in Full! For sure! I worked on an Independent Film 🎥 that was shot here in Knoxville in the mid 90's called 'Exiting Left ' The Director had us read Suttree to establish the atmosphere and ambience they wanted for the film!

@activeone Жыл бұрын

Amazing insight into Cormac "God have mercy on the wild ginger man"

@johnalbert5786 Жыл бұрын

Would love to hear more stories from this guy!

@frankgorrell6493 Жыл бұрын

Great interview!!! I was a student in Knoxville and lived in Louisville, Tn next to Bill Kidwell, a local artist and friend on Cormac and John Shadeen. What a cast of characters!!!

@coolstorybro6076 Жыл бұрын

Cormac McCarthy was a legend in his own time... and legends never die.

@johnshannon9656 8 ай бұрын

The greatest American novelist. After that, Steinbeck. After that, many in third place. Sorry, I dislike Faulkner, so he's not in the running. Or Hemingway.

@iiPrOpHcY Жыл бұрын

Thank you for this so much Dennis. I could sit here forever listening to old stories about Cormac. Have read all his work, except for the Orchard Keeper and Suttree. Finally started the former last night.

@paulgiaconi-bonaguro4055 7 ай бұрын

Discovered Cormac in the mid 70's. He has been one of the highlights of my life. His writing ability meshes with genius, as well as, his 'prophetic' views. His books will b read and taught for many yrs. He is an injection of life perspective in the raw. R.I.P.

@Crazybushful Жыл бұрын

Any one else think "Holly molly there actually was a John Sheddan!?"

@seanhennessey9869 Жыл бұрын

Yeah! How about that

@johneyton5452 9 ай бұрын

Don't bring him any water! ! !

@jonnowocky8179 6 ай бұрын

Thanks Dennis Francis for his words and time here, Cormac is missed, great to hear this little window into his life. Gods mercy on the wild ginger man.

@blankjo9113 Жыл бұрын

It feels almost like hearing Mark Twain passed away in today's world.

@lukestables708 Жыл бұрын

Many thanks for this. Mccarthy is my favourite writer, I was sad to hear he died but also grateful because he had given us so much, not least the two recent novels which I just loved. RIP

@lilithrogers5204 Жыл бұрын

Aww great stories by a real friend ❤

@robertpirsig5011 8 ай бұрын

That was beautiful to listen to. What a insight and tribute into what McCarthy was. Thank you

@dillardsiji Жыл бұрын

That was my favorite book, too. Few people would say that.

@timhrklittimothyherrickvid169 Жыл бұрын

insightful and touching, tremendous interview

@101Licious Жыл бұрын

We lost a legend of literature. Rest In Pages

@raymondaudelo9716 Жыл бұрын

Great interview .

@ryanlust1350 Жыл бұрын

One of the Greats!❤

@dad102 11 ай бұрын

This is so good. God bless this man. Good job on the interview. Nice touch.

@DaNiyaHodge Жыл бұрын

Rip Charles Joesph McCarthy Jr, you will be missed

@YevgenyNY Жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing ! (

@walterchiado1490 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing this

@blipblip88 10 ай бұрын

Nice little interview. Thanks!

@jeffhidalgo8457 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for the kind, real stories of McCarthy. He will live on in my subconscious. He was truly a gift. Fair winds you pirate.

@AmericanGwyn Жыл бұрын

This is wonderful.

@mikevanderheiden Жыл бұрын

Very nice.

@jeanviallet5549 Жыл бұрын

Very special memories

@baTonkaTruck 11 ай бұрын

YES dude Child of God is my favorite as well. One of the most unbelievable pieces of writing in history, IMHO.

@daganmoriarty1973 Жыл бұрын

beautiful

@peterallen4663 Жыл бұрын

One of the strangest well written books I've ever read is,Child of God,nothing like it.

@barbarajohnson1442 Жыл бұрын

OK, I'll hang in there. I had given up 1/2 way through....Suttree is by far my favorite, but all are deep and compelling.

@peterallen4663 Жыл бұрын

@@barbarajohnson1442 Outer Dark and the Orchard Keeper are part of that Tennessee series,it's his use of language and ability to paint a scene I'm impressed with as a writer,Richard Ford is another great Southern writer as well,winner of the Pen Faulkner and Natl Book Award for one of his books, Independence Day,after,The Sports writer, brilliant word smith

@barbarajohnson1442 Жыл бұрын

@peterallen4663 Thank you, Peter. I am a painter, and find the visuals that Cormac concocts are very earthy, I love how a wordsmith can do that. I am not knowledgeable about the writing traditions and genres, but I am inspired to learn. I will look into your recommendation. I paint demolitions, views from the train, the backsides, and marginal life of towns and find a kinship with McCarthy there.

@Ozgipsy 9 ай бұрын

“When I met Cormac I was working in a bar…”😂 Authors 😂

@fay-amieaspen6046 Жыл бұрын

RIP Mr McCarthy

@brucegelman5582 Жыл бұрын

I think we have witnessed the passing of the last great American novelist.Hope Pynchon is doing well

@DeusExMachina50 Жыл бұрын

RIP to a true American original.

@Tobearsch 11 ай бұрын

🖤

@fisherj5087 Жыл бұрын

RIP, Space Cowboy.

@user-cl9bw1fn4l Жыл бұрын

Passion is too fancy of a word

@sandiaYpescado 11 ай бұрын

“Half wit brother “. Ha ha.

@johnshannon9656 8 ай бұрын

OK, I thought this guy was a phony, but to say that you love "Child of God" gets you major points.

@Mwahahaha23 6 ай бұрын

Sad day to learn that Cormac passed away.

@Dispensational_David Жыл бұрын

Did he say that he got books from Buffalo? I live in Buffalo, NY. Wonder if he lived here at one point ?

@bongofury333 Жыл бұрын

Loss of a National Treasure

@raginald7mars408 6 ай бұрын

Bring me my Type Writer I had a BAD day today may be another to Morrow

@maxcannon642 10 ай бұрын

How is everyone this guy knows besides Cormac a lawyer…and he is one himself?

@user-ny1mz5kq1k 8 ай бұрын

yes, he is a Knoxville lawyer.

@greg6898 Жыл бұрын

Squirrrre

@richarcher499 11 ай бұрын

Wait did he say "Wild Gentry Man" or "Wild Ginger Man" at the end? I'm confused

@user-ny1mz5kq1k 8 ай бұрын

Ginger.

@user-ee4mu7ls7g Жыл бұрын

Sleep well grandpa. While your American descendants are rapping, we Russians are listening to you.

@YevgenyNY Жыл бұрын

Sincerely, I’m glad to hear that! Легендарный писатель и судя по всему классный дядька был (((

@corbjones2738 11 ай бұрын

God, nothing like a sweeping generalization from across the world

@wheelerking8380 10 ай бұрын

Whoever this Bozo is, he frightens me deeply

@robertpirsig5011 8 ай бұрын

Yawn