"A green hunting cap squeezed the top of the fleshy balloon of a head. The green earflaps, full of large ears and uncut hair and the fine bristles that grew in the ears themselves, stuck out on either side like turn signals indicating two directions at once. Full, pursed lips protruded beneath the bushy black moustache and, at their corners, sank into little folds filled with disapproval and potato chip crumbs."Set in the French Quarter of 1960s New Orleans, this cult-classic satir...

#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLEROne of the most distinctive and funny politicians, Senator John Kennedy (the one from Louisiana)—hailed by Politico as “America’s most quotable Senator”—offers his perceptive (and hilarious) takes on the ridiculousness of political life in this scathingly witty takedown of Washington and its elite denizens.How to Test Negative for Stupid offers the Senator’s tongue-in-cheek guidebook th...

Winner of the Pulitzer Prize“A masterwork . . . the novel astonishes with its inventiveness . . . it is nothing less than a grand comic fugue.”-The New York Times Book ReviewA Confederacy of Dunces is an American comic masterpiece. John Kennedy Toole's hero, one Ignatius J. Reilly, is "huge, obese, fractious, fastidious, a latter-day Gargantua, a Don Quixote of the French Quarter. His story bursts with wholly original char...

"A moving evocation of the small-town South in the mid-twentieth century" that "belongs on the shelf with the works of Flannery O'Connor, Carson McCullers, and Eudora Welty" ( Orlando Sentinel).John Kennedy Toole—who won a posthumous Pulitzer Prize for his best-selling comic masterpiece A Confederacy of Dunces—wrote The Neon Bible for a literary contest at the age of sixteen. The manuscript languished in a drawer and became the subject of...

A graphic novel adaptation of John Kennedy Toole’s Pulitzer Prize–winning cult classic—a wildly outrageous satiric portrait of 1960s America that still resonates today.Set in the French Quarter of 1960s New Orleans, this cult-classic satire follows unforgettable misfit Ignatius J. Reilly as his misadventures ricochet from hot dog carts to Bourbon Street, and collide with the city’s politics, vice, and absurdity.A wildly outrageous, darkly hi...

Even among the highly-trained and professional soldiers of the B.E.F in 1914 the men of the Seventh division stood apart for their bearing and training, for the contained no reservists; all were full-time soldiers. Accompanying these uncompromising men, was Reverend Kennedy, assigned to the 20th Brigade, which was to see much action during the opening months of the First World War.The Padré and his beloved soldiers trekked into Belgium to take part in the First Battle of Ypres, to f...

The Neon Bible was written in 1954, but after initial attempts at securing publisher proved fruitless, the novel was put aside and Toole eventually began work on A Confederacy of Dunces. Toole committed suicide in 1969, leaving the unpublished manuscripts of A Confederacy of Dunces and The Neon Bible in the possession of Thelma Toole, his mother.

Learn the complete MetaHuman production pipeline in Unreal Engine 5.7, from character creation and animation to motion capture, facial performance, cinematic rendering, Mesh to MetaHuman, Blender, and production-ready workflows Free with your book: DRM-free PDF version + access to Packt's next-gen Reader\*Key FeaturesLearn the complete MetaHuman production pipeline using Unreal Engine 5.7Create production-ready digital humans with body animation, facial...

Surviving the Blaze: Your Ultimate Guide to Wildfire SafetyWildfires are unpredictable, destructive, and on the rise. In an instant, your home, your community, and your safety can be at risk. Are you prepared?"Surviving the Blaze: Your Ultimate Guide to Wildfire Safety" is the definitive resource for anyone living in or near wildfire-prone areas. This comprehensive guide provides you with everything you need to know to protect yourself, your loved ...

"The Immortal Seventh Division" by Edmund John Kennedy is a compelling narrative that delves into the experiences of soldiers during a tumultuous period in history. The book captures the essence of camaraderie, bravery, and the harsh realities of war, providing readers with a vivid portrayal of the lives of those who served. Kennedy's meticulous research and engaging storytelling bring to life the struggles and triumphs of the Seventh Division, making it a significant contribution to milit...

"Braddock Road" by John Kennedy Lacock is a compelling narrative that explores the intricate dynamics of human relationships against the backdrop of historical events. The story unfolds through the lives of its characters, who navigate personal struggles and societal challenges. Lacock's vivid descriptions and rich character development draw readers into a world where the past and present intertwine, revealing the impact of history on individual lives. The book invites readers to reflect o...

About the BookThe life story of Marshall Major Taylor, the world's first acclaimed African American athlete. Major Taylor endured countless examples of social injustice during his reign at the top of cycling's pyramid of success. It was an era when bike racing was bigger than baseball and the fledgling sports of football and basketball combined. Cyclists were the highest-paid athletes in any sport and our country had more than a hundred high-banked velodromes histo...