We shake hands and part good comrades. But I have to get out of here, good fellows or no good fellows. Too much fellow feeling makes me nervous, to tell the truth.
The quote reflects a sense of ambivalence towards social connections. The speaker acknowledges the camaraderie and positive feelings shared with others but ultimately feels the need to distance themselves from such emotions. This duality captures a common struggle between the desire for companionship and the discomfort that can arise from close interpersonal relationships.
The mention of "good comrades" signifies the warmth inherent in human interactions, yet the speaker's preference for solitude suggests a deeper anxiety about these connections. It points to a broader theme in Walker Percy's "The Moviegoer," where characters often grapple with existential concerns and the implications of their social lives.
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