"Wise Blood" is a novel by Flannery O'Connor, published in 1952. It follows the story of Hazel Motes, a young man who returns to his hometown after serving in the military. Struggling with his faith and identity, he becomes obsessed with the idea of creating a new religion that rejects traditional beliefs. The novel explores themes of faith, redemption, and the search for meaning in a chaotic world. Through Motes' interactions with various characters, including Enoch Emery and the Blind Man, O'Connor delves into the complexities of human nature and the struggle between belief and doubt.