Cormac McCarthy The CrossingThis story contains an almost equal balance of good and evil, although it also raises questions about what is truly good. This blurs the line between good and selfish or thoughtless. The characters' actions seem impure at times, but in the long run they are good. In this story, Billy faces a wide range of undeserved punishments, but shows kindness through each of them through his strong will and determination. He accepts the things that happen to him with composure, which prevents the story from becoming a tragedy. The first example of undeserved punishment is the death of Billy's family. Not only was he incapable of helping them in any way, but there was no good reason for this to happen. While Billy might lose all hope, become depressed, and angry at the world or at God for this injustice, he instead sets out to right the wrong. To begin his adventure to right the wrong, Billy picks up Boyd, who is staying at another house after the death of his family. Before leaving, Billy takes a shotgun, a blanket, money, and other supplies from the house. Boyd comments, “Even an outlaw does not steal from those who welcomed him and befriended him. » In this case, one could say that Billy's actions are morally wrong. But in this case, the end justifies the means. Billy commits a small wrong to serve the greater good, which reflects a higher incentive on Billy's part. Billy's patience is also tested when he learns of his heart murmur. He tries...