John Kennedy Toole Biography

John Kennedy Toole was an American novelist whose work, including the acclaimed novel 'A Confederacy of Dunces', remained unpublished during his lifetime. After his death, his mother brought the manuscript to the attention of novelist Walker Percy, who was instrumental in its publication. Toole's writing is celebrated for its distinctive humor and sharp observations on the human condition. His unique literary voice offers a compelling exploration of character and society, posthumously recognized with the Pulitzer Prize for Fiction.