Lost Horizon is the story of Hugh Conway, an English explorer who stumbles upon the lost city of Shangri-La. There he discovers a utopian society focused not on material gain or personal ambition but on a search for enlightenment and a pursuit of peace in all aspects of one's life. Conway becomes a devotee of Shrangri-La, albeit reluctantly, and returns years later after recounting his experiences to a friend. His ultimate fate is unknown.