Exploring the Mystery in Walker Percy's The Moviegoer

The chapter delves into Walker Percy's novel 'The Moviegoer' and its exploration of the theme of mystery in finding one's purpose in life, discussing the author's evolution towards focusing on mystery and self-consciousness in his subsequent works. With a comparison to a younger generation author's work, the chapter highlights the enigmatic nature of The Moviegoer and the unique qualities that set it apart from Percy's other writings.