Exploring Sin, Transcendence, and Redemption in Walker Percy's Novels

The chapter delves into the journey of Binks, a character in a suburban setting near New Orleans, as he grapples with feelings of malaise and discomfort despite living a privileged life. Through Binks' story, the chapter discusses themes of sin, transcendence, and the search for authentic meaning in a post-Christian, post-modern world, as portrayed in Walker Percy's novels. It analyzes Percy's ability to diagnose societal sickness through his fiction, highlighting the importance of self-awareness, redemption, and the recognition of humanity's fallen nature.