Out on the roads the pilgrims sank down and fell over and died and the bleak and shrouded earth went trundling past the sun and returned again as trackless and as unremarked as the path of any nameless sisterworld in the ancient dark beyond.
The quote reflects the harsh and desolate journey of the pilgrims as they traverse a bleak landscape. Their exhaustion leads to tragedy, with some succumbing to the elements and perishing on the road. The imagery evokes a sense of hopelessness and the relentless passage of time, suggesting that their struggles go unnoticed in the vastness of the world.
McCarthy's language emphasizes the indifference of nature and the inevitability of death, portraying the earth as a shrouded entity, indifferent to the suffering of individuals. The mention of otherworldly realms hints at existential themes, positioning these pilgrims in a seemingly infinite and dark universe, highlighting the insignificance of their plight against the backdrop of existence.
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