Literary critic Harold Bloom was among the books first proponents, calling it sublime and worthy of Herman MelvillesMoby-Dick.
William Dalrymple and many others have heldBlood Meridianup as the great American novel.
However,Blood Meridianssprawling, unorthodox nature led many to consider it unfilmable.

John Logan, ‘Blood Meridian’ by Cormac McCarthyCourtesy
His prolific talent and remarkable track record consistentlydemonstrate his ability to transform cherished stories and texts into cinematic accomplishments.
Very reassuringin the seemingly long list of good news concerning what was originally such an intimidatingundertaking.
The CAA-repped Logan won the Tony Award for his playRed.
