Everything Must Go

"Everything Must Go" is a play by Raymond Carver that depicts a man facing personal and financial hardship after losing his job and wife. As his life unravels, he decides to sell all his belongings in his yard during a summer day, using the sale as a way to confront his grief and start anew. The story explores themes of loss, redemption, and the human capacity for resilience. It highlights how individuals cope with difficult life changes and the small acts that can symbolize larger emotional journeys.