A Confederacy of Dunces

A Confederacy of Dunces is a novel written by John Kennedy Toole, published by Penguin Books Ltd in 2011. This book is a unique blend of various genres that captivates the reader's attention from the very first page. Set in New Orleans, the story revolves around Ignatius J. Reilly, an educated but slothful man living with his mother, who gets into various misadventures with colorful French Quarter characters. The book is a rich tapestry of human life and eccentricity, a must-read for those who appreciate a good laugh and deep insights into human nature. A Confederacy of Dunces is a testament to Toole's brilliant writing style and his ability to create unforgettable characters. Published by Penguin Books Ltd, this book is a great addition to any bookshelf.

Ignatius J Reilly is fat, flatulent, eloquent and almost unemployable. By the standards of ordinary folk he is pretty much unhinged, too. But is he bothered by this? No. For this misanthropic crusader against an America fallen into vice and ignorance has a mission: to rescue a naked female philosopher in distress.