Description
In the vibrant landscape of 1950s New Orleans, Binx Bolling navigates a life of comfortable ennui, drifting through his days as a successful stockbroker and a devoted moviegoer. Yet, beneath his detached exterior lies a profound search for meaning in a world he finds increasingly alienating. When his cousin Kate, plagued by a mysterious malaise, re-enters his life, Binx is drawn into a complex web of family secrets and existential questioning. This encounter forces him to confront the superficiality of his existence and the possibility of genuine connection, challenging his carefully constructed detachment.
Available Editions
paperback
Vintage
Published Jan 1, 1998
ISBN: 9780375701962
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Details
First Published
1961
Language
eng
Content Warnings
Content and trigger warnings for The Moviegoer by Walker Percy.