In Cormac McCarthy's "All the Pretty Horses," a pivotal moment unfolds as John Grady faces a critical choice about leaving his current life behind. When asked, "If I don't go will you go anyways?" he responds with resolute determination, indicating that his journey is not contingent on others' decisions. This exchange highlights his sense of independence and longing for adventure, which propels the narrative forward.
John Grady's statement, "I'm already gone,"...