John Kennedy Toole
A Confederacy of Dunces
- ISBN 13:
- 9780807159606
- author:
- John Kennedy Toole
- format:
- HardBack
- publisher:
- Lsu2033151
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2014
- Pages:
- 320
- Dimensions:
- 3.8 x 15.9 x 22.9 cm
- Genre:
- Fiction, Literary Fiction,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
A Confederacy of Dunces: A Comic Masterpiece First published decades after its creation, John Kennedy Toole's A Confederacy of Dunces has become a beloved literary underdog. Despite initial rejection by many publishers, the book's unique wit and absurdity have captivated readers worldwide, selling over two million copies in more than two dozen languages. Set against the vibrant backdrop of New Orleans, this novel introduces one of America's most memorable protagonists, Ignatius J. Reilly. Alongside a cast of eccentric characters, including his mother, Miss Trixie, and Patrolman Mancuso, Ignatius navigates the city's eccentric denizens with a wild and unforgettable ride. A testament to Toole's genius, A Confederacy of Dunces remains a satire that is both outlandish and believable, reaffirming its place in the hearts of successive generations of readers.
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