Cormac McCarthy's post-apocalyptic masterpiece follows a father and son traversing a devastated American landscape, struggling to survive in a world destroyed by an unspecified catastrophe. The Road is a haunting exploration of love, survival, and the thin line between humanity and barbarism. As the unnamed protagonists journey through a ash-covered world, they maintain their moral code and human connection in the face of unimaginable desolation, offering a profound meditation on parental love and hope in the most desperate circumstances.

WHY WE PICKED IT: Because McCarthy transforms a bleak post-apocalyptic narrative into a deeply moving testament to human resilience. The Road is more than a survival story; it's a powerful examination of what remains when everything else is stripped away: love, compassion, and the fundamental human desire to protect those we care about.

DETAILS: • Author: Cormac McCarthy • Publisher: Vintage • Format: Paperback • Publication Date: March 28, 2007 • Awards: Pulitzer Prize Winner • ISBN: 9780307387899

• Ships direct from distributor in 3–7 business days