Carretera — La

: The environment is entirely devoid of life; animals are extinct, and the sun is permanently obscured by ash.

: They refer to themselves as "the good guys" who "carry the fire," distinguishing themselves from lawless cannibalistic bands. La Carretera

: McCarthy uses a "dry, poetic, and heartbreaking" style, often omitting standard punctuation to mirror the bleak, stripped-down reality of the world. Prince Royce’s Song: "La Carretera" : The environment is entirely devoid of life;