West Park Book Club — A Confederacy of Dunces by John Kennedy Toole

Schedule

Wed Apr 16 2025 at 06:30 pm to 08:00 pm

UTC-04:00

Location

Panera Bread (19705 Center Ridge Road, Rocky River, OH) | Rocky River, OH

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📚💭 Book: A Confederacy of Dunces by John Kennedy Toole
📍🥐 Location: Panera in Rocky River
In April, we’re diving into A Confederacy of Dunces by John Kennedy Toole, a satirical, larger-than-life novel that’s perfect for April Fool’s Day and the transition into spring. With its eccentric characters, absurd humor, and sharp wit, this Pulitzer Prize-winning novel is sure to bring plenty of laughs and lively discussion!
📚 ABOUT THE READ
• A comedic classic filled with outrageous characters and misadventures
• A satirical take on life in 1960s New Orleans
• Perfect for fans of dry wit, dark humor, and quirky storytelling
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT 🤔💭
Toole’s “A Confederacy of Dunces” follows the unforgettable Ignatius J. Reilly, a larger-than-life, highly opinionated character who stumbles his way through one absurd situation after another. The novel is a masterclass in satire, poking fun at everything from academia to pop culture to the mundane absurdities of daily life.
Expect a discussion filled with humor, sharp observations, and debates about Ignatius, one of literature’s most polarizing protagonists. Whether you love him or love to hate him, there’s plenty to unpack in this wild, witty ride.
JOIN US 🤗
If you enjoy satire, character-driven storytelling, or just need a good laugh, we’d love to have you join us. All are welcome, so bring along friends or family to share in the fun. And don’t forget to bring your hardcover book if you’d like to emboss it with our West Park Book Club logo.
📚 GETTING THE READ
• Borrow it from your local library
• Borrow a Kindle version via the app “Libby”
• Support your local bookstore
• Order it on Amazon: https://amzn.to/4hNebUh
🗓️ ADDING IT TO YOUR CALENDAR
• Click the three dots at the top, next to the RSVP buttons (interested and going)
• Click “Add event to calendar”
You can also share this event on your page so others can join or invite them directly.
We can’t wait to enjoy this read and chat with all of you in April!
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West Park Book Club \u2014 A Confederacy of Dunces by John Kennedy Toole
Wed, 16 Apr, 2025 at 06:30 pm West Park Book Club — A Confederacy of Dunces by John Kennedy Toole

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